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Military Vows To Deal With Looters, Appeals To Protesters To Avoid Mayhem

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The military on Friday warned looters taking advantage of the #EndBadGovernance nationwide protests to desist from the destruction of lives and properties.

At a press conference in the nation’s capital Abuja on the second day of the rallies against economic hardship and high cost of living, the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, said the extent of destruction experienced on the first day of the demonstrations was “crazy”.

He said the Armed Forces will take action and won’t allow the looting and destruction to fester.

The defence chief said the Bola Tinubu administration has been in power for one year and the government has been doing its best to boost economic activities.

General Musa said the economic crisis and high cost of living in Nigeria is a global phenomenon. He urged Nigerians to give the government time to address the challenges.

He said, “So, we want to call on all Nigerians to understand the government. If you have grievances, which I know people have, a lot of challenges here and there, and it is not only in Nigeria alone; everywhere in the world is facing one economic or security crisis or the other. And so, it is important to understand that we are not alone.

“But what we can do is not allow criminals and individuals that have lost out to take advantage of this to destroy our country. We should realise that these destructions, monies have to be used to replace them so that we can move forward.”

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Track and report abandoned constituency projects; we’ll prosecute -EFCC tells Nigerians

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has urged Nigerians to track and report abandoned constituency projects, warning that those responsible will face prosecution.

This initiative aims to:

1. Promote transparency and accountability in public spending.
2. Ensure elected officials fulfill their campaign promises.
3. Combat corruption and embezzlement.

Nigerians can report abandoned projects through:

1. EFCC’s website
2. Social media handles
3. Toll-free hotline

Required information:

1. Project location
2. Contractor’s name
3. Contract sum
4. Status (abandoned, incomplete, or completed)

The EFCC will investigate and prosecute those found guilty of corruption, mismanagement, or embezzlement.

This move demonstrates the EFCC’s commitment to fighting corruption and ensuring public funds are utilized effectively.

 

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Regina Daniels Reflects on Her Life Journey

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Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has navigated beyond the controversy surrounding her marriage to billionaire and senator Ned Nwoko.

The mother of two recently shared captivating photos on Instagram, showcasing herself on a luxurious flight with her husband and their children.

In her post, she discussed the various activities that have been occupying her time. Regina highlighted that this constant movement is a defining aspect of her life, captioning her post:

“Story of my life – Always on the move.”

Photo source: Instagram

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#Endbadgovernance Protesters Face Trial For Treason, Court Hearing On September 11

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Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of 10 #EndBadGovernance protesters in custody.

On Monday, nine male protesters were sent to Kuje Prison, while one female protester was remanded in Suleja Prison. The court has scheduled their trial and ruling on bail applications for September 11.

The protesters, who were arraigned on charges of treason, mutiny, and intent to destabilize Nigeria, include Michael Adaramoye (also known as Lenin), Adeyemi Abayomi, Suleiman Yakubu, Opaoluwa Simon, and Angel Innocent.

Others facing charges are Buhari Lawal, Mosiu Sadiq, Bashir Bello, Nuradeen Khamis, and Abdulsalam Zubairu. All 10 defendants pleaded not guilty to the six charges brought against them, which include conspiracy to commit felony, inciting mutiny, and waging war against the state—offenses punishable under Section 97 of the Penal Code.

The protesters are accused of attempting to intimidate President Bola Tinubu by allegedly attacking police officers, burning police stations, and damaging government and private property during the demonstrations.

The #EndBadGovernance protests, which took place from August 1 to 10, were sparked by widespread dissatisfaction with the government’s economic policies, including the removal of the petrol subsidy and the unification of forex windows.

The protesters also called for measures to address food shortages, unemployment, and government waste, as well as reforms of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

Responding to the arraignment, Amnesty International Nigeria Director Isa Sanusi condemned the trials as “sham” and called for the immediate release of the detained protesters.Sanusi criticized the government for prioritizing the punishment of protesters over investigating the deaths of several demonstrators across various states, including Kano, Katsina, and Maiduguri, during the protests.

The police reported seven deaths related to the protests but denied that security forces were responsible for any of the fatalities.

 

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