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\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

\u201cSo I can say with a definitive voice that two weeks from today, get everybody that congregated in those places, not only at the Lekki toll plaza, but also the Unity Fountain in Abuja but several other places, we would definitely be contending with an increase in infections, two weeks from now, and that\u2019s why we must be extremely careful when we congregate.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-expect-spikes-in-covid-19-infections-ptf-tells-nigerians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=736","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":727,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content":"\n

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

\u201cAny mass gathering that does not adhere to the non pharmaceutical interventions that have been put in place, which include wearing of masks, social distancing, keeping personal hygiene and avoiding mass gatherings, they become super spreader events, whether you like it or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSo I can say with a definitive voice that two weeks from today, get everybody that congregated in those places, not only at the Lekki toll plaza, but also the Unity Fountain in Abuja but several other places, we would definitely be contending with an increase in infections, two weeks from now, and that\u2019s why we must be extremely careful when we congregate.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-expect-spikes-in-covid-19-infections-ptf-tells-nigerians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=736","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":727,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content":"\n

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

The SGF said: \u201cTruth be told, two weeks from today, if you get all the people that congregated at the Lekki toll plaza and run a test, you would establish for sure several infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAny mass gathering that does not adhere to the non pharmaceutical interventions that have been put in place, which include wearing of masks, social distancing, keeping personal hygiene and avoiding mass gatherings, they become super spreader events, whether you like it or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSo I can say with a definitive voice that two weeks from today, get everybody that congregated in those places, not only at the Lekki toll plaza, but also the Unity Fountain in Abuja but several other places, we would definitely be contending with an increase in infections, two weeks from now, and that\u2019s why we must be extremely careful when we congregate.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-expect-spikes-in-covid-19-infections-ptf-tells-nigerians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=736","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":727,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content":"\n

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

Such brutality is said to be perpetrated by the operatives of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The SGF said: \u201cTruth be told, two weeks from today, if you get all the people that congregated at the Lekki toll plaza and run a test, you would establish for sure several infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAny mass gathering that does not adhere to the non pharmaceutical interventions that have been put in place, which include wearing of masks, social distancing, keeping personal hygiene and avoiding mass gatherings, they become super spreader events, whether you like it or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSo I can say with a definitive voice that two weeks from today, get everybody that congregated in those places, not only at the Lekki toll plaza, but also the Unity Fountain in Abuja but several other places, we would definitely be contending with an increase in infections, two weeks from now, and that\u2019s why we must be extremely careful when we congregate.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-expect-spikes-in-covid-19-infections-ptf-tells-nigerians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=736","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":727,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content":"\n

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

Thousands of Nigerians have in the past 10 days, taken to strategic areas across Abuja, Lagos, Edo, Anambra, Rivers, and other states to protest against reported police brutality, harassment and extra-judicial killings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such brutality is said to be perpetrated by the operatives of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The SGF said: \u201cTruth be told, two weeks from today, if you get all the people that congregated at the Lekki toll plaza and run a test, you would establish for sure several infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAny mass gathering that does not adhere to the non pharmaceutical interventions that have been put in place, which include wearing of masks, social distancing, keeping personal hygiene and avoiding mass gatherings, they become super spreader events, whether you like it or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSo I can say with a definitive voice that two weeks from today, get everybody that congregated in those places, not only at the Lekki toll plaza, but also the Unity Fountain in Abuja but several other places, we would definitely be contending with an increase in infections, two weeks from now, and that\u2019s why we must be extremely careful when we congregate.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-expect-spikes-in-covid-19-infections-ptf-tells-nigerians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=736","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":727,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content":"\n

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

Mr Mustapha said the prediction was due to the total disregard for the preventive measures against the virus exhibited by thousands of Nigerians protesting in the ongoing #EndSARS campaign across various cities in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thousands of Nigerians have in the past 10 days, taken to strategic areas across Abuja, Lagos, Edo, Anambra, Rivers, and other states to protest against reported police brutality, harassment and extra-judicial killings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such brutality is said to be perpetrated by the operatives of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The SGF said: \u201cTruth be told, two weeks from today, if you get all the people that congregated at the Lekki toll plaza and run a test, you would establish for sure several infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAny mass gathering that does not adhere to the non pharmaceutical interventions that have been put in place, which include wearing of masks, social distancing, keeping personal hygiene and avoiding mass gatherings, they become super spreader events, whether you like it or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSo I can say with a definitive voice that two weeks from today, get everybody that congregated in those places, not only at the Lekki toll plaza, but also the Unity Fountain in Abuja but several other places, we would definitely be contending with an increase in infections, two weeks from now, and that\u2019s why we must be extremely careful when we congregate.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-expect-spikes-in-covid-19-infections-ptf-tells-nigerians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=736","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":727,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content":"\n

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

Boss Mustapha, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and chairperson, Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19, made this known on Monday in Abuja at the joint national briefing of the task force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Mustapha said the prediction was due to the total disregard for the preventive measures against the virus exhibited by thousands of Nigerians protesting in the ongoing #EndSARS campaign across various cities in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thousands of Nigerians have in the past 10 days, taken to strategic areas across Abuja, Lagos, Edo, Anambra, Rivers, and other states to protest against reported police brutality, harassment and extra-judicial killings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such brutality is said to be perpetrated by the operatives of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The SGF said: \u201cTruth be told, two weeks from today, if you get all the people that congregated at the Lekki toll plaza and run a test, you would establish for sure several infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAny mass gathering that does not adhere to the non pharmaceutical interventions that have been put in place, which include wearing of masks, social distancing, keeping personal hygiene and avoiding mass gatherings, they become super spreader events, whether you like it or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSo I can say with a definitive voice that two weeks from today, get everybody that congregated in those places, not only at the Lekki toll plaza, but also the Unity Fountain in Abuja but several other places, we would definitely be contending with an increase in infections, two weeks from now, and that\u2019s why we must be extremely careful when we congregate.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-expect-spikes-in-covid-19-infections-ptf-tells-nigerians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=736","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":727,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content":"\n

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country in the next two weeks.
The prediction was due to the total disregard for the preventive measures against the virus by thousands of Nigerians protesting in the ongoing #EndSARS campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boss Mustapha, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and chairperson, Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19, made this known on Monday in Abuja at the joint national briefing of the task force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Mustapha said the prediction was due to the total disregard for the preventive measures against the virus exhibited by thousands of Nigerians protesting in the ongoing #EndSARS campaign across various cities in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thousands of Nigerians have in the past 10 days, taken to strategic areas across Abuja, Lagos, Edo, Anambra, Rivers, and other states to protest against reported police brutality, harassment and extra-judicial killings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such brutality is said to be perpetrated by the operatives of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The SGF said: \u201cTruth be told, two weeks from today, if you get all the people that congregated at the Lekki toll plaza and run a test, you would establish for sure several infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAny mass gathering that does not adhere to the non pharmaceutical interventions that have been put in place, which include wearing of masks, social distancing, keeping personal hygiene and avoiding mass gatherings, they become super spreader events, whether you like it or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSo I can say with a definitive voice that two weeks from today, get everybody that congregated in those places, not only at the Lekki toll plaza, but also the Unity Fountain in Abuja but several other places, we would definitely be contending with an increase in infections, two weeks from now, and that\u2019s why we must be extremely careful when we congregate.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-expect-spikes-in-covid-19-infections-ptf-tells-nigerians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=736","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":727,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content":"\n

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

NAN<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country in the next two weeks.
The prediction was due to the total disregard for the preventive measures against the virus by thousands of Nigerians protesting in the ongoing #EndSARS campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boss Mustapha, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and chairperson, Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19, made this known on Monday in Abuja at the joint national briefing of the task force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Mustapha said the prediction was due to the total disregard for the preventive measures against the virus exhibited by thousands of Nigerians protesting in the ongoing #EndSARS campaign across various cities in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thousands of Nigerians have in the past 10 days, taken to strategic areas across Abuja, Lagos, Edo, Anambra, Rivers, and other states to protest against reported police brutality, harassment and extra-judicial killings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such brutality is said to be perpetrated by the operatives of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The SGF said: \u201cTruth be told, two weeks from today, if you get all the people that congregated at the Lekki toll plaza and run a test, you would establish for sure several infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAny mass gathering that does not adhere to the non pharmaceutical interventions that have been put in place, which include wearing of masks, social distancing, keeping personal hygiene and avoiding mass gatherings, they become super spreader events, whether you like it or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSo I can say with a definitive voice that two weeks from today, get everybody that congregated in those places, not only at the Lekki toll plaza, but also the Unity Fountain in Abuja but several other places, we would definitely be contending with an increase in infections, two weeks from now, and that\u2019s why we must be extremely careful when we congregate.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-expect-spikes-in-covid-19-infections-ptf-tells-nigerians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=736","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":727,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content":"\n

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

NAN<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country in the next two weeks.
The prediction was due to the total disregard for the preventive measures against the virus by thousands of Nigerians protesting in the ongoing #EndSARS campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Boss Mustapha, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and chairperson, Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19, made this known on Monday in Abuja at the joint national briefing of the task force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mr Mustapha said the prediction was due to the total disregard for the preventive measures against the virus exhibited by thousands of Nigerians protesting in the ongoing #EndSARS campaign across various cities in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thousands of Nigerians have in the past 10 days, taken to strategic areas across Abuja, Lagos, Edo, Anambra, Rivers, and other states to protest against reported police brutality, harassment and extra-judicial killings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Such brutality is said to be perpetrated by the operatives of the disbanded Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The SGF said: \u201cTruth be told, two weeks from today, if you get all the people that congregated at the Lekki toll plaza and run a test, you would establish for sure several infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAny mass gathering that does not adhere to the non pharmaceutical interventions that have been put in place, which include wearing of masks, social distancing, keeping personal hygiene and avoiding mass gatherings, they become super spreader events, whether you like it or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSo I can say with a definitive voice that two weeks from today, get everybody that congregated in those places, not only at the Lekki toll plaza, but also the Unity Fountain in Abuja but several other places, we would definitely be contending with an increase in infections, two weeks from now, and that\u2019s why we must be extremely careful when we congregate.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-expect-spikes-in-covid-19-infections-ptf-tells-nigerians","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:31:23","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=736","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":727,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content":"\n

Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end the ongoing protests and enter a roundtable dialogue with the government in addressing their various demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello made the call on Monday in his address to Nigerian youths which is the 5th in the series of his addresses to the youths since the commencement of their protests about 10 days ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protesting youths have over the last 10 days demonstrated resilience and courage in making their demands known to the government, adding that it is time leaders of the protesters come out to engage with the government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to him, it would be difficult for the governments at all levels to know who to interface within resolving some of the issues if there are no leaders, adding that opportunists could hijack the gains of the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn like manner, the real leaders and spokespersons of these protests must also begin to \u2018show face\u2019 now to enable government at all levels know who to interface with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe cannot even appoint people into the various bodies being set up to address your demands without being afraid that opportunists who have no credibility with you are high-jacking it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

May I, therefore, request that the protesters give us people to engage with, especially on the timeliest schedules for calling it a day which accommodates all reasonable demands\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The governor warned that notwithstanding the discontent and grievances being expressed by Nigerians, they must resist the temptation of using the current situation to seek an undemocratic change in leadership.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt goes without saying that despite different levels of dissatisfaction with the status quo in our country among the citizenry, it is unwise to think that a change of leadership other than by clear-cut democratic means will be tolerated by citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThose interested in Mr President\u2019s seat must wait for 2023 and when it is finally up for grabs, they must present themselves to the Nigerian electorate, duly nominated as flagbearers for any party of their choice. It is as simple as that. Ditto for any other duly elected seat or office\u201d, he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bello said there have been calls on youths in Kogi State to engage in more protests, adding that while he\u2019s not against peaceful protests in the state, he, however, advised youths against blocking major highways which could cause hardships to the citizens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs we go into a new week, I have seen several advertisements calling for more protests in Kogi State. As usual, I am all for peaceful protests, but I do caution that all gatherings must maintain empathy for others who may not wish to march with you at this time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn particular, given our unique position as the gateway to the North and South of the country, I must demand respect for the right of road users. People cannot be emerging from months of lockdown, be in the process of trying to rebuild their lives only to be thrown back into extended lockdowns again by barricades set up by protesters on public thoroughfares.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are making these cautionary statements at this time as a responsible government which is keyed into, and even quite ahead of, the national response to your demands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe will not relent in putting in early warning systems for detecting, and sustainable safeguards for checkmating, abuses against the human rights of citizens, especially the youths, by law enforcement agencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAt the same time, we are committed to making the work easier for our police by providing them with training in modern policing, professional therapy\/counselling and supply of kits at no cost. Making Nigeria great is a task which belongs to all of us,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-it-is-time-leaders-of-protesters-come-out-to-engage-with-the-government-bello","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 08:18:10","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=727","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

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However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

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EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

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The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

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EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

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The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

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This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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He pointed out that expectations from the ruling class were high, stating that, \u201cOur people expect action and we just deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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According to the Speaker, none of these have convinced the agitators to suspend the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He pointed out that expectations from the ruling class were high, stating that, \u201cOur people expect action and we just deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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Gbajabiamila noted that the Federal Government, through the National Human Rights Commission, had set up a panel of enquiry to take complaints from victims of police brutality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Speaker, none of these have convinced the agitators to suspend the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He pointed out that expectations from the ruling class were high, stating that, \u201cOur people expect action and we just deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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He said the protests \u201cseem to have been hijacked\u201d by those who have a different agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gbajabiamila noted that the Federal Government, through the National Human Rights Commission, had set up a panel of enquiry to take complaints from victims of police brutality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Speaker, none of these have convinced the agitators to suspend the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He pointed out that expectations from the ruling class were high, stating that, \u201cOur people expect action and we just deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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In his opening remarks at the plenary on Tuesday, the Speaker notes that the #EndSARS protests \u201chave gotten more serious\u201d with pockets of violence in parts of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protests \u201cseem to have been hijacked\u201d by those who have a different agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gbajabiamila noted that the Federal Government, through the National Human Rights Commission, had set up a panel of enquiry to take complaints from victims of police brutality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Speaker, none of these have convinced the agitators to suspend the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He pointed out that expectations from the ruling class were high, stating that, \u201cOur people expect action and we just deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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Both the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate sign bills passed by the National Assembly before they are transmitted to the President for assent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his opening remarks at the plenary on Tuesday, the Speaker notes that the #EndSARS protests \u201chave gotten more serious\u201d with pockets of violence in parts of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protests \u201cseem to have been hijacked\u201d by those who have a different agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gbajabiamila noted that the Federal Government, through the National Human Rights Commission, had set up a panel of enquiry to take complaints from victims of police brutality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Speaker, none of these have convinced the agitators to suspend the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He pointed out that expectations from the ruling class were high, stating that, \u201cOur people expect action and we just deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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The Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, Tuesday said he will not sign the 2021 Appropriation Bill presently before the National Assembly unless the bill make provision for the compensation of the families of victims of police brutality in the last decade.
Besides, Gbajabiamila also said the budget must accommodate the agreement reached with the Academic Staff Union of Universities for it to get his blessing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate sign bills passed by the National Assembly before they are transmitted to the President for assent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his opening remarks at the plenary on Tuesday, the Speaker notes that the #EndSARS protests \u201chave gotten more serious\u201d with pockets of violence in parts of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protests \u201cseem to have been hijacked\u201d by those who have a different agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gbajabiamila noted that the Federal Government, through the National Human Rights Commission, had set up a panel of enquiry to take complaints from victims of police brutality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Speaker, none of these have convinced the agitators to suspend the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He pointed out that expectations from the ruling class were high, stating that, \u201cOur people expect action and we just deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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The consequences of the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance may be dire on the 2021 budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, Tuesday said he will not sign the 2021 Appropriation Bill presently before the National Assembly unless the bill make provision for the compensation of the families of victims of police brutality in the last decade.
Besides, Gbajabiamila also said the budget must accommodate the agreement reached with the Academic Staff Union of Universities for it to get his blessing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate sign bills passed by the National Assembly before they are transmitted to the President for assent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his opening remarks at the plenary on Tuesday, the Speaker notes that the #EndSARS protests \u201chave gotten more serious\u201d with pockets of violence in parts of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protests \u201cseem to have been hijacked\u201d by those who have a different agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gbajabiamila noted that the Federal Government, through the National Human Rights Commission, had set up a panel of enquiry to take complaints from victims of police brutality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Speaker, none of these have convinced the agitators to suspend the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He pointed out that expectations from the ruling class were high, stating that, \u201cOur people expect action and we just deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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\u2026The EndSARS protests have gotten more serious<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The consequences of the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance may be dire on the 2021 budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, Tuesday said he will not sign the 2021 Appropriation Bill presently before the National Assembly unless the bill make provision for the compensation of the families of victims of police brutality in the last decade.
Besides, Gbajabiamila also said the budget must accommodate the agreement reached with the Academic Staff Union of Universities for it to get his blessing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate sign bills passed by the National Assembly before they are transmitted to the President for assent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his opening remarks at the plenary on Tuesday, the Speaker notes that the #EndSARS protests \u201chave gotten more serious\u201d with pockets of violence in parts of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protests \u201cseem to have been hijacked\u201d by those who have a different agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gbajabiamila noted that the Federal Government, through the National Human Rights Commission, had set up a panel of enquiry to take complaints from victims of police brutality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Speaker, none of these have convinced the agitators to suspend the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He pointed out that expectations from the ruling class were high, stating that, \u201cOur people expect action and we just deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2026The EndSARS protests have gotten more serious<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The consequences of the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance may be dire on the 2021 budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, Femi Gbajabiamila, Tuesday said he will not sign the 2021 Appropriation Bill presently before the National Assembly unless the bill make provision for the compensation of the families of victims of police brutality in the last decade.
Besides, Gbajabiamila also said the budget must accommodate the agreement reached with the Academic Staff Union of Universities for it to get his blessing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both the Speaker of the House and President of the Senate sign bills passed by the National Assembly before they are transmitted to the President for assent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In his opening remarks at the plenary on Tuesday, the Speaker notes that the #EndSARS protests \u201chave gotten more serious\u201d with pockets of violence in parts of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the protests \u201cseem to have been hijacked\u201d by those who have a different agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gbajabiamila noted that the Federal Government, through the National Human Rights Commission, had set up a panel of enquiry to take complaints from victims of police brutality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the Speaker, none of these have convinced the agitators to suspend the protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He pointed out that expectations from the ruling class were high, stating that, \u201cOur people expect action and we just deliver.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

He said the President of NBA, Olumide Apata, had also set up a panel led by Prof Deji Adekunle (SAN) to work with the House on how to amend and create laws to reform the police.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker also disclosed that the House is considering the establishment of an independent body that investigates and recommends errant security operatives for sanction and prosecution. \u201cThe police cannot be above the citizens\u2026and above the law,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While threatening to withhold his signature to the appropriation bill, Gbajabiamila disclosed that he would be leading a delegation of lawmakers to pay condolence visits to families of some of those killed by the police, stressing that they would be honoured after the visits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Speaker, however, urged #EndSARS protesters to be cautious in handling the matter. He partly said, \u201cDon\u2019t let your righteous cause be hijacked\u2026and bring our nation to its needs\u2026This is the time to move your agitation from the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n","post_title":"I won\u2019t approve 2021 budget without provisions for #EndSARS victims, ASUU \u2013 Gbajabiamila","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"i-wont-approve-2021-budget-without-provisions-for-endsars-victims-asuu-gbajabiamila","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 14:38:37","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=744","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":742,"post_author":"15","post_date":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content":"\n

<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Soldiers on Tuesday morning fired sporadically into the air to disperse some #EndSARS protesters who gathered to bbegin the day's protest in Sokale and FO1 areas of Kubwa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While passers-by scampered to safety, residents who were still in their houses immediately shut their doors and windows even as motorists on the Bwari-Dutse Alhaji road became stranded due to the ensuing gridlock on the route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The protesters had erected a barricade at the Sokale roundabout area and Winners road and had begun settling into the protest before the invasion by soldiers in three trucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, hoodlums have taken over some parts of the Apo Mechanic village, attacking motorists and attempting to loot some shops in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hoodlums who had earlier attacked #EndSARS protesters the previous day were said to have mobilised to the area on Tuesday morning to halt the peaceful protest against police brutality.<\/p>\n","post_title":"EndSARS: Sporadic shootings in Abuja as soldiers disperse protesters","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"endsars-sporadic-shootings-in-abuja-as-soldiers-disperse-protesters","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 13:11:01","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=742","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":739,"post_author":"11","post_date":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_date_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content":"\n

More states have announced 24hours curfew following the escalation of violence in the ongoing nationwide protest against police brutality and bad governance. On Tuesday, Lagos emulated Edo by declearing a 24 hours curfew, while It state announced closure of schools. Edo state had on Monday declared curfew as a way of curbing the spread of violence. Hoodlums have under the cover of the ongoing protest unleash terror on innocent people including the protesters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Governor Sanwo-Olu announced the curfew via his social media handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sanwo-Olu said the peaceful protest has slid into a monster that is threatening social lives of Lagosians. The governor lamented that criminal elements are hiding behind the peaceful protest to unleash terror on the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI have watched with shock how what began as a peaceful #EndSARS protest has degenerated into a monster that is threatening the well-being of our society. Lives and limbs have been lost as criminals and miscreants are now hiding under the umbrella of these protests to unleash mayhem on our State.\u201d Sanwo-Olu said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs a government that is alive to its responsibility and has shown a commitment to the movement #ENDSARS, we will not watch and allow anarchy in our dear state.\u201d He said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI, therefore, hereby impose a 24-hour curfew on all parts of the State as from 4 pm today, 20th October 2020. Nobody, except essential service providers and first responders, must be found on the streets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recall that NEWSPECNG had reported in the last 24 hours how suspected hoodlums have infiltrated the peaceful protest in Lagos, setting police station ablaze and other criminal activities reportedly carried out.
<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ondo State Government has ordered the total shutdown of schools in the state definitely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This order came as a result of the peaceful protests which eventually turned violent in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Ekiti State Government has also ordered the immediate closure of all private and public schools following continued #EndSARS protests across the state. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The decision to close schools was a proactive step to safeguard the lives of pupils and other staff in the schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, the school activities would resume on October 26, 2020.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Lagos announces curfew, Ondo, Ekiti close school","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"lagos-announces-curfew-oyo-closes-school","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_modified_gmt":"2020-10-20 12:58:26","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/newsspecng.com\/?p=739","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":true,"total_page":606},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_3"};

EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

by Stella Obi

6 years ago

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

by Gift Habib

6 years ago

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Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello has again called on Nigerian youths protesting against police brutality across the country to end...

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EndSARS: Expect spikes in COVID-19 infections, PTF tells Nigerians

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NAN The Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 has predicted a spike in the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic outbreak in the country...

EndSARS: It is time leaders of protesters come out to engage with the government- Bello

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