Protest Archives - PRNigeria News https://prnigeria.com/tag/protest/ Reliable Platform for Press Release Syndication Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:05:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.3 https://i0.wp.com/prnigeria.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/PRNigeria-Icon.jpg?fit=32%2C23&ssl=1 Protest Archives - PRNigeria News https://prnigeria.com/tag/protest/ 32 32 42672738 Army Debunks Report Linking It to Fake Social Media Threats Ahead of October 20 Protest https://prnigeria.com/2025/10/10/army-debunks-report-linking/ Fri, 10 Oct 2025 17:05:46 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=171634 Army Debunks Report Linking It to Fake Social Media Threats Ahead of October 20 Protest The Nigerian Army has dismissed as false and misleading a report published by Sahara Reporters alleging that a Facebook page purportedly operated by military personnel issued veiled threats against certain individuals ahead of a planned October 20 protest. In a […]

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]]> 171634 JUST IN: Court acquits minors arrested during hardship protests  in Kano https://prnigeria.com/2024/11/05/just-court-acquits-minors/ Tue, 05 Nov 2024 12:57:33 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=149054 JUST IN: Court acquits minors arrested during hardship protests  in Kano In a significant victory for human rights and justice, the Federal High Court in Abuja has today discharged and acquitted 71 teenagers from Kano State who were arrested in connection with the EndBadGovernance protest in August 2024. These young individuals, who were accused of […]

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]]> 149054 That Coup in the North and the Federation Account https://prnigeria.com/2024/08/11/north-federation-account/ Sun, 11 Aug 2024 16:02:20 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=141144 What would happen if the Federation Account allocations to these states were stopped for three months? Or a conflict broke out that prevented the extraction and production of oil in the country? Probably, they could wake from their slumber.

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]]> 141144  Protest: Army condoles family of deceased teenager in Zaria, probes personnel https://prnigeria.com/2024/08/07/protest-army-condoles-family/ Wed, 07 Aug 2024 05:47:21 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=140831 Protest: Army condoles family of deceased teenager in Zaria, probes personnel On 6 August 2024, troops of the Nigerian Army received a distress call that some hoodlums gathered in Samaru in large numbers, burning tires on the road and pelting stones on security personnel. The troops immediately mobilised and arrived at the scene to disperse […]

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]]> 140831 IPI Nigeria Demands Probe into Security Agent Who Shot Journalist Covering Protest https://prnigeria.com/2024/08/04/ipi-nigeria-demands-probe-into/ Sun, 04 Aug 2024 17:40:42 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=140602 Nigerian National Committee of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria) has condemned in strong terms the deployment of excessive force against journalists covering the nationwide

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]]> 140602 12 Major Economic Points from President Tinubu’s Speech over Nationwide Protest https://prnigeria.com/2024/08/04/tinubu-speech-nationwide/ Sun, 04 Aug 2024 08:40:36 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=140534 Based on the speech of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the nationwide protest, here are the 12 major economic-related measures highlighted

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]]> 140534 Broadcast: Tinubu Reads Riot Act to Troublemakers, Ethnic Champions Perpetrating Violent Protests https://prnigeria.com/2024/08/04/full-broadcast-tinubu/ Sun, 04 Aug 2024 07:01:36 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=140516 Notably among the protesters were young Nigerians who desired a better and more progressive country where their dreams, hopes, and personal aspirations would be fulfilled.

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]]> 140516 Fact-check: Did Christians Protect Muslims while praying During EndBadGovernance Protest in Jos? https://prnigeria.com/2024/08/02/christians-muslims-protest-jos/ Fri, 02 Aug 2024 14:34:54 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=140364 Fact-check: Did Christians Protect Muslims while praying During EndBadGovernance Protest in Jos? A viral image circulating online and across various social media platforms claims that Christians guarded Muslims while they were praying during the EndBadGovernance protest in Jos, Plateau State, on Thursday. The picture shows people praying with a caption, “Christians are guarding Muslims while […]

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]]> 140364 Tight Security in Ilorin as Youth Shun Protest  https://prnigeria.com/2024/08/01/tight-security-ilorin-youth/ Thu, 01 Aug 2024 17:54:29 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=140301 Tight Security in Ilorin as Youth Shun Protest  Residents of Ilorin, Kwara, on Thursday ignored the ongoing nationwide protest against the current economic hardship in the country. PRNigeria gathered that the Police Command in the state and other security agencies were seen manning strategic areas and flashpoints to provide adequate protection for residents while , […]

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]]> 140301 Last Word Before The Protest, by Magaji Galadima Abdullahi https://prnigeria.com/2024/07/30/last-word-protest-magaji/ Tue, 30 Jul 2024 07:02:52 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=140009 Last Word Before The Protest, by Magaji Galadima Abdullahi Apparently, unknown hungry and angry Nigerian youth are poised for a nationwide protest in the coming days. Despite the federal government’s efforts and overtures to stop it, the faceless organisers are ready to try their luck even if it is going to be heads for the […]

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]]> 140009 Nationwide Protest: Here are 9 Safety Tips by PRNigeria https://prnigeria.com/2024/07/29/nationwide-protest-here-are/ Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:02:55 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=139949 Nationwide Protest: Here are 9 Safety Tips by PRNigeria In light of potential nationwide protests, PRNigeria offers the following 9 safety tips to ensure your well-being: 1. *Promote Peace: Encourage dialogue and peaceful resolution. Avoid escalating tensions or engaging in unlawful activities. 2. Be Vigilant: Peaceful protests can be disrupted. Leave the area if the […]

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]]> 139949 Hardship Protests: Before Nigerian Youths Hit the Streets https://prnigeria.com/2024/07/27/hardship-protests-nigerian/ Sat, 27 Jul 2024 09:28:20 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=139829 Hardship Protests: Before Nigerian Youths Hit the Streets By Kabir Fagge Ali It is obvious that Nigeria stands on the brink of another significant protest as citizens prepare to voice their concerns over various issues, from the safety and protection of citizens’ lives and property to providing food and other needs for its people. The […]

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]]> 139829 Police Chief Approves Hardship Protests, Rolls Out  Conditions https://prnigeria.com/2024/07/27/police-chief-approves-hardship/ Sat, 27 Jul 2024 05:48:29 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=139806 Police Chief Approves Hardship Protests, Rolls Out  Conditions The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Friday, asked all groups planning to carry out the proposed nationwide protest to submit their details to the Commissioners of Police in their respective states. Recall that some aggrieved Nigerians had fixed August 1 – August 10, 2024. Speaking with […]

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]]> 139806 NLC Clarifies Position on Planned Nationwide Protests https://prnigeria.com/2024/07/24/nlc-clarifies-position-planned/ Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:28:48 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=139542 NLC Clarifies Position on Planned Nationwide Protests The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) says it is not behind any planned nationwide protest over the current economic hardship in the country. According to reports, some youths are planning a nationwide protest between August 1 and 15 against the rising cost of living and economic hardship in the […]

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]]> 139542 Protests: CCC Cautions against Adopting Kenya Model in Nigeria https://prnigeria.com/2024/07/08/mass-protests-ccc-cautions/ Mon, 08 Jul 2024 18:27:27 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=138018 The CCC has advised Nigerians and certain groups urging citizens to follow the Kenyan example of mass protest over recent tax increases and hardship to desist from such call.

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]]> 138018  Miscreants scheming protest against EFCC – Group alert security agencies https://prnigeria.com/2024/07/04/miscreants-scheming-protest/ Thu, 04 Jul 2024 21:12:23 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=137616  Miscreants scheming protest against EFCC – Group alert security agencies A Coalition of Civil Society Organisations Against Corruption in Nigeria has condemned in strong terms, a plot by some persons to stage a national protest against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). It should be recalled that the EFCC had raised concerns over a […]

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]]> 137616 Bauchi Police ready for NLC protests, warns against violence https://prnigeria.com/2024/02/27/bauchi-police-ready-nlc/ Tue, 27 Feb 2024 07:49:24 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=125777 Bauchi Police ready for NLC protests, warns against violence The Bauchi State Police Command has assured the public of its readiness to maintain law and order ahead of the planned nationwide protests by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) on Tuesday and Wednesday. The NLC had announced its intention to embark on a two-day protest across […]

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]]> 125777 In Kwara, police convene peace meeting with labour leaders https://prnigeria.com/2023/08/01/kwara-peace-police-labour/ Tue, 01 Aug 2023 18:53:43 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=102756 In Kwara, police convene peace meeting with labour leaders Ahead of the planned protest by workers, traders, and students slated for Wednesday, the Kwara State Commissioner of Police, Mrs Ebunoluwarotimi Adelesi, has called the leadership of the labour unions including Commercial vehicle drivers and students to a peaceful meeting in Ilorin, Kwara State capital. The […]

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]]> 102756 Retired military protest non-payment of N134bn allowance https://prnigeria.com/2022/09/27/retired-military-protest/ Tue, 27 Sep 2022 19:40:08 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=79534 Retired military protest non-payment of N134bn allowance Military veterans have continued their protest on Tuesday over delay in the payment of N134 billion Security Debarment Allowance approved by President Muhammadu Buhari in April. The veterans began the protest on Monday in front of the Ministry of Defence in Abuja. It would be recalled that the […]

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]]> 79534 POOR WELFARE: Will Police Officers Embark on Strike on March 26 in Eagle Square, 36 States? https://prnigeria.com/2022/03/18/protest-in-eagle-square-36-states/ Fri, 18 Mar 2022 17:30:32 +0000 https://prnigeria.com/?p=70636 POOR WELFARE: Will Police Officers Embark on Strike on March 26 in Eagle Square, 36 States? Few days day after the Force Headquarters denied reports of a planned strike, junior police officers are adamant to proceed on the protest throughout the Federation. An unsigned signal revealed that junior officers planned to embark on a warning […]

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