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Amnesty International Accuses Nigerian Police of Killing 24 Protesters
Amnesty International has accused Nigerian police of killing at least 24 people during the #EndBadGovernance protests, held from August 1 to 10 over Nigeria’s worsening economic conditions.
The victims, including 20 young adults, two children, and an elderly person, were reportedly shot at close range, with many sustaining fatal injuries to the head or torso. Amnesty called the actions deliberate and accused authorities of covering up the incidents.
Protests in Kano, Katsina, Jigawa, and other states turned violent when police used live ammunition and tear gas. Kano recorded 12 deaths, while Jigawa and Niger reported three each. Over 1,200 protesters, including minors, were detained, with reports of torture among detainees.
Despite evidence, authorities denied involvement, blaming “unknown gunmen” or dismissing reports as “fake news.” Amnesty has called for President Bola Tinubu to investigate and ensure accountability for the violence.
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Nigerian Student Wins 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship
It has been reported that a Nigerian won the 2026 Spelling Bee World Championship, which was held in Shanghai, China. The winner, Chinedu Great Okdediachi, has now returned home to Delta State after his victory.
It can be noted that the student had already emerged as one of the Gold Award winners in the Middle School Group category.
“Congratulations once again, Chinedu! Your success continues to inspire young Nigerians to pursue excellence through education. Welcome home, Champion!”
The young star has made Nigeria proud by winning the international competition.
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‘My Reforms Have Stabilised Nigeria’s Economy’ — President Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stated that his administration’s economic reforms have helped stabilise Nigeria’s economy and placed the country on a path toward steady growth.
He said “My reforms have stabilised Nigeria’s economy and put it on a path of steady growth.”
The President added that the reforms are creating more opportunities for development across the country.
However, many Nigerians reacted online, with some questioning the impact of the reforms and saying they have yet to experience the positive effects.
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Nyesom Wike Says He Knows Civil Servants Don’t Like Him
Nigerian politician and FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike, has said that he is aware many civil servants do not like him.
He shared that he understands why he is unpopular among some civil servants, explaining that funds previously spent on unnecessary conferences are now being redirected to road construction projects.
He said “Some people say conferences for corruption and I say what is that? You are going for conferences to do what? These are ways government funds are being diverted. I say put this money in this road here and the people will get the impact.”
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