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31 Aug
Most credible English Language Dictionaries provide at least 10 synonyms for the word protest – object, disagree, oppose, complain, disapprove, declare, insist, affirm, avow, declare, grouse, holler, belly-ache.
7 Aug 2024
• IGP, Immigration boss disclose moves against external financiers of violent protests • DSS says sponsors of foreign flag display nabbed • Police warn proponents of unconstitutional change of govt • Arrest dozens of alleged violent protesters Protesters who run afoul of the law for waving the Russian flag should not expect the legal services…
5 Aug 2024
Amidst the continuation of hunger protests in parts of the country on the fifth day, President Bola Tinubu on Monday met with his security chiefs, including heads of paramilitary agencies, where he expressed displeasure over the flying of Russian flags by protesters. This came as the National Security Council took exception to the subliminal push…
5 Aug 2024
Protests in Kaduna have taken a new dimension as thousands of demonstrators regrouped on Monday, marching on major streets and waving Russian flags. The protesters are calling for the intervention of President Vladimir Putin, adding an international dimension to their local grievances. The protesters, who had initially paused their activities over the weekend, resumed on…
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