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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.
It was reported that former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan has allegedly purchased a presidential candidate form for the 2027 elections.
It can be noted that Jonathan served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015.
This information was revealed by Sani Useni, a special assistant who made the claim. Many reacted to the news, with some expressing interest in seeing Jonathan return to power after staying relatively quiet politically since his administration ended.
However, Jonathan has not yet addressed the public or officially shared any presidential ambition.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has reacted to the recent abduction incident in Oyo State.
It can be recalled that schools were attacked by armed men, with some teachers and students reportedly taken. Some people were also killed during the attack.
CAN cried out on behalf of the public, stating “It is intolerable, disgraceful and utterly unacceptable that Nigerian children can no longer sit safely in classrooms without the fear of being kidnapped by armed gangs.”
The organisation also stated that Nigerians are tired of constantly mourning and questioning when something will finally be done to stop the violence.
The Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde, has revealed that seven teachers were abducted following a recent attack on a school in the state.
It was also shared that the number of students taken is still being investigated.
The governor further revealed that some people were killed during the attack and abduction.
He also added “With the pressure on the terrorists and the bandits in the North-West, they will keep moving southward.”
“When you have pressure in one place, we must be prepared on this side to either repel or neutralise any terrorists fleeing the pressure points.”
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