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Nationwide Unrest: IGP Accuses Protest Organizers Of Inciting Chaos As Violence Spreads Across Nigerian
Nationwide Unrest: IGP Accuses Protest Organizers Of Inciting Chaos As Violence Spreads Across NigerianNigeria’s Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, expressed deep concern late Thursday over the escalating violence during the ongoing EndBadGovernance protests.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
As reported by DAILY POST, protests against national hardship erupted across numerous states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, on August 1, 2024. However, the first day of the demonstration descended into chaos, with widespread violence and looting reported in major cities.
Key trouble spots included Kano, Borno, Yobe, Kaduna, Gombe, Bauchi, FCT Abuja, Niger, Jigawa, and Nasarawa States. Several of these states have already imposed curfews in an attempt to regain control.
Addressing a press conference, IGP Egbetokun criticized the protest organizers for their absence and urged an immediate halt to the demonstrations. He highlighted that the police had anticipated the potential for violence based on intelligence reports.
“The scale of the situation is alarming. We had anticipated this scenario based on actionable intelligence indicating that certain groups were preparing to incite violence under the guise of a peaceful protest,” Egbetokun stated. “Despite our warnings and suggestions to restrict protests to confined areas for better security management, the violence has spiraled out of control.”
He emphasized that the protest had turned into a mass uprising, with criminal elements exploiting the situation to loot and destroy property. Significant damage has been reported in various states, including attacks on police stations, government buildings, and private properties.
IGP Egbetokun expressed frustration at the lack of adherence to court orders, particularly in the FCT, where protests continued despite directives to confine them to the National Stadium. Incidents of unprovoked attacks on security personnel were also reported, including the murder of one policeman.
“While we had warned of potential terrorist infiltration, including possible suicide bombers, our EOD team successfully neutralized a suspicious device in Lagos. Unfortunately, Borno State witnessed a deadly explosion during the protest, resulting in four deaths and 34 injuries,” Egbetokun added.
He called on Nigerians to heed security warnings and adhere to legal guidelines during the unrest. The Nigeria Police Force is now on high alert, with all units mobilized to address further threats to public safety.
“The police, in collaboration with other security agencies, are prepared to respond decisively to protect lives and maintain order. We urge citizens to remain calm and cooperate with the authorities,” Egbetokun concluded.
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Firm Condemnation: The Federal Government strongly condemned ongoing “Afrophobic” violence against Nigerians and other African nationals in South Africa, urging Pretoria to take immediate steps to halt the attacks.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Presidential Directive: Amid diplomatic tensions, President Bola Tinubu did not personally meet with a special envoy sent by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. Presidency sources explained that the delegation arrived on Friday without prior notice, leading Tinubu to direct them instead to meet with the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye.
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Strategic Warning and Death Toll: During the meeting in Abuja, Enikanolaiye warned that continued violence threatens the strategic ties between both nations. He revealed that 98 Nigerians have been killed in mob and hate-related attacks in South Africa since 2022 alone, pointing out a recurring pattern of anti-migrant violence spanning over three decades.
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Rule of Law vs. Mob Justice: While clarifying that Nigeria does not condone criminal acts like drug peddling, Enikanolaiye insisted that any accused citizen must be treated in accordance with South Africa’s constitution and international human rights standards.
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Targeting of Legal Residents: Enikanolaiye expressed deep concern that attacks have increasingly targeted law-abiding Nigerians legally residing and running businesses, noting worries that South African police have sometimes failed to intervene during mob assaults.
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Attack on Collection Centre: Suspected hoodlums raided an INEC Permanent Voter Card (PVC) collection centre at Oyinlola DC School, Ward 2, Okuku, in Osun State, attacking officials and stealing PVCs along with Bimodal Voter Accreditation System (BVAS) devices.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Police Investigation: Dayo Oketola, the Chief Press Secretary to the INEC Chairman, confirmed that the incident was reported to the police, expressing confidence that law enforcement will apprehend the suspects and recover the stolen equipment.
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Preparations Unaffected: Oketola stressed that the raid will not distract the commission or disrupt preparations for the August 15 governorship election, noting that INEC has configured 4,427 BVAS devices, including 664 backup machines to handle such incidents.
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Security of the Vote: Reassuring the public, Oketola stated that stolen PVCs cannot be used for fraudulent voting because the BVAS technology requires mandatory biometric authentication.
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Protection of Voter Rights: INEC promised to take administrative steps to ensure no registered voter whose PVC was stolen will be disenfranchised on election day, while urging traditional rulers, community leaders, political actors, and security agencies to collaborate in safeguarding electoral facilities.
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The Federal Government and the Rivers State Government have partnered by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Government House in Port Harcourt to boost tourism, arts, culture, and the creative economy. Signed by the Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, for the Federal Government, and Permanent Secretary Tomonialadeokuma Ishmael for the state, the initiative aims to expand economic opportunities and develop Nigeria’s creative industries through collaborative state efforts.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
‘Let’s Build Our Own Dubai’ – Fubara Governor Siminalayi Fubara stated that the agreement aligns with his administration’s goal to diversify the state’s economy beyond traditional infrastructure by investing in hospitality and tourism. Highlighting areas like Andoni, the governor noted that a public-private partnership is currently building a new tourist beach with its first phase targeting a December opening. To unlock these ecotourism potentials—which feature rich biodiversity and local wildlife like elephants—the state is constructing the Oyorokoto road in the Andoni Local Government Area.
Arguing that development should extend beyond physical infrastructure like roads and hospitals, Fubara emphasized the economic power of leisure and entertainment, pointing to global destinations like Dubai, Spain, and Qatar.
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“If we cannot go to Dubai, let us build our own Dubai in Rivers State,” Fubara stated, expressing that the state would bring tangible results to life within four months and invite the Federal Government back to commission projects.
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He also thanked the Federal Government for choosing Rivers as a primary implementation hub for the Renewed Hope Cultural Project to support youth and preserve cultural heritage.
Rivers as a Strategic Tourism Hub Minister Hannatu Musawa explained that President Bola Tinubu created her ministry to diversify the national economy, generate jobs, and scale up creative sectors.
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Musawa noted that true success requires active collaboration with state governments rather than federal isolation.
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She highlighted Rivers State as a crucial “low-hanging fruit” for tourism due to its strong infrastructure, cultural richness, and international flight accessibility.
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Praising the state’s vibrant cultural welcome, Musawa voiced strong optimism that the Renewed Hope Cultural Project will successfully cement Rivers as a premier tourism and creative destination in Nigeria.
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