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Kaduna Police Warns of Potential Violence Ahead of August Protests And Requests Organizer Details
The Kaduna State Police Command has issued a cautionary statement regarding the planned protests scheduled from August 1 to August 10.
In a statement released on Sunday by ASP Mansir Hassan, the Command detailed their close monitoring of the situation.
The statement highlights that while some groups are advocating for non-violent demonstrations, others seem to be encouraging violent actions, drawing parallels to recent disturbances observed in Kenya.
The statement also raised concerns about certain individuals who, despite ostensibly supporting peaceful protests, appear to harbour intentions of inciting violence.
This has prompted the police to issue a strong warning against the potential exploitation of the protests by those with malicious agendas.
The Command commended individuals and groups who have opted out of participating in the protests and urged the public to exercise caution.
They recommended reconsidering involvement in protest groups, given the potential risks involved.
Although the right to peaceful assembly is constitutionally protected, the police suggested that the timing might be problematic due to the risk of misuse by destabilizing elements.
The statement emphasized that the police will not tolerate any form of violence, including attacks on civilians, destruction of public or private property, or any form of looting.
In light of public safety and order, the Command has requested that all groups intending to protest provide detailed information to the Commissioner of Police. This includes specifics about the planned protest routes, assembly points, and the duration of the demonstrations.
Additionally, protest organizers are asked to share the names and contact details of their leaders to help prevent the hijacking of the protest by criminal elements.
By providing this information, the police can ensure adequate deployment of personnel and resources, designate safe and clear protest routes, and establish effective communication channels with organizers to address any arising issues. This is intended to minimize risks of violence, property damage, or criminal activities.
The Kaduna State Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Ali Dabigi, urged all participants to cooperate with law enforcement, adhere to legal requirements, and follow best practices for peaceful assembly.
The police are committed to working collaboratively with the public to ensure that the exercise of rights is conducted safely and orderly.
Former First Lady Dame Patience Jonathan has made it clear that she has no plans of returning to Aso Rock Villa in 2027, offering her full support to First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu and her husband ahead of the 2027 elections.
Patience Jonathan expressed her endorsement while attending the Women Icon Leader of the Year award ceremony, where she honored Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, the daughter of President Bola Tinubu and the Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, in Abuja on Saturday night.
During her speech, Jonathan praised Tinubu-Ojo and reaffirmed her loyalty to the First Lady. She emphasized the importance of unity, saying, “There is only one president at a time. When it’s your turn, I’ll support you. And when it’s not, I’ll step back.”
She also took a moment to recall the support she and her husband received from Remi Tinubu and the president during their 2011 presidential campaign. Jonathan stressed that instead of aiming for a return to Aso Rock, her focus is on standing by the First Lady and supporting her efforts.
“I’ve known Oluremi for a long time,” Jonathan shared. “We’ve worked together as wives of governors and deputy governors. I will not abandon my friend. I am not running for office, and I won’t go back to the Villa.
If you call me, I won’t come. I stand by my friend.” Jonathan concluded by reminding everyone that leadership is about “turn by turn” and reaffirmed her commitment to supporting Senator Oluremi Tinubu and her husband’s vision for the country.
A teenage girl, Lawal Hameedat Adenike, has filed a lawsuit against the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and the PEFTI Centre after allegedly being forced to remove her hijab before sitting for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
The suit was filed by her mother and legal representative, Basirat Ojo, who spoke to journalists in Abuja about the distressing incident. Ojo explained that on April 25, 2025, at the PEFTI CBT Centre in Ibadan, Oyo State, her daughter was told she could not take the exam unless she removed her hijab, which she wears as a religious obligation. Ojo described the experience as humiliating and emotionally distressing for her daughter, adding that it was a clear violation of her rights.
The lawsuit is seeking a public apology from both JAMB and PEFTI, to be published in two national newspapers. Additionally, it calls for compensation for the rights violation and a court ruling that any policy requiring female candidates to remove their hijabs is unconstitutional.
Lawal’s lawyer, Qousim Opakunle, emphasized that the case is based on constitutional rights. He argued that the directive violated Section 38 of the Nigerian Constitution, which guarantees freedom of thought, conscience, and religion, especially for minors who are vulnerable to such injustices.
Many Nigerians are expressing deep concern over the poor performance recorded in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), following the release of the results by JAMB on Friday. Social media has since been flooded with reactions from worried parents, students, and education stakeholders, many of whom believe the scores don’t reflect the true efforts of the candidates.
One user, Oluwaseun, took to X to voice his frustration, sharing a screenshot of a student named Egbaze Victoria who allegedly scored 295 in last year’s UTME but shockingly got 132 this year. “Something is seriously wrong with these results,” he wrote. “These scores don’t reflect the abilities or track records of these students.”
Another user, Chukwuma Pius, also shared his frustration, claiming JAMB sent his daughter a result that doesn’t belong to her. “This is heartbreaking,” he said. “As a retired teacher, I know what she’s capable of. The result they sent cannot be hers.”
These complaints come after JAMB disclosed that over 1.5 million candidates scored below 200 this year, sparking widespread calls for an investigation into the entire process. Reacting to the controversy, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi described the outcome of this year’s UTME as worrisome and emphasized the need for urgent reforms in the education sector.
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