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DSS Arrests Sokoto Youth Over Anti-Governance Protest Materials
In recent news, the Department of State Services (DSS) has reportedly detained a young Nigerian, Aliyu Sanusi, in connection with the planned nationwide demonstrations against poor governance in Nigeria.
The arrest was brought to light by Omoyele Sowore, a former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), who shared the information via his X platform on Tuesday.
According to Sowore, the arrest took place on Monday evening in Sokoto State. Sanusi is alleged to have been involved in the printing and distribution of materials related to the protests.
Sowore condemned the actions of the DSS, describing them as unlawful, and called for Sanusi’s immediate release.
Sowore’s statement highlighted that Sanusi was apprehended in the Sama Road area of Sokoto, and he urged the DSS to promptly release him.
The incident has sparked further discussion about the ongoing issues of governance in Nigeria and the response of state authorities to dissent and activism.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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