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Protesters Block Gov. Fubara’s Convoy in Port Harcourt and Demand Action on Bad Governance
On Saturday, protesters in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, took a stand against perceived poor governance by blocking Governor Siminilaye Fubara’s convoy.
The demonstrators, who have been rallying for three consecutive days, called for the governor to come down and address their concerns directly.
The protests, part of the #EndBadGovernance campaign that started on August 1, 2024, have seen participants actively voicing their frustration over issues such as hunger and mismanagement in the Niger Delta Region.
As the governor’s motorcade attempted to pass through, the crowd, waving green branches and chanting, made it clear that their demands for an end to bad governance were unwavering.
Despite the disruption, the governor’s convoy eventually managed to proceed, while the demonstrators continued their rally with renewed vigor.
The movement, centered around the Pleasure Park in Port Harcourt, has been marked by participants carrying placards and expressing their determination to remain until their demands are addressed.
The protests are not confined to Port Harcourt alone; similar demonstrations are also taking place in Ojota, Lagos, the Federal Capital Territory Abuja, and other states, reflecting a widespread call for governmental accountability and reform.
The president of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, shared updates on the state of the economy and shared good news stating that there is a rise in financial stability.
He shared that some states can now pay salaries without borrowing money.
It is noted that this change is significant over the past years of states borrowing money.
Back then the states struggled to pay and meet their needs, but are doing better now and the struggles have reduced, stating that the state of the economy is getting better.
The Abia State Government starts a new transit system with green shuttles that are affordable to residents in the state.
The Commissioner of Information, Okey Kanu, shared that the new transit system started on the 1st of March 2026 and it has ensured smooth transport in the state.
“The introduction of subsidised fares would help maintain the transport programme and ensure that residents continue to enjoy reliable and affordable public transportation across the state.”
It has been reported that the United States Embassy in Kuwait has officially closed down due to the attack occurring in the Middle East. This closure was announced in an alert issued on the 3rd of March, 2026.
“Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Kuwait Closure. Due to ongoing regional tensions, the U.S. Embassy in Kuwait will be closed until further notice.”
“We have canceled all regular and emergency consular appointments. We will communicate when the embassy returns to normal operations.”
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