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Makinde Attributes Planned Protests to National Anger and Hunger And Urges Peaceful Demonstrations
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has attributed the planned nationwide protest to the prevalent anger and hunger experienced across the country.
This statement came during his address at the grand finale of the 2024 Ibadan Cultural Week, an event organized by the Central Council of Ibadan Indigenes (CCII).
Speaking at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium in Ibadan, Makinde acknowledged that the widespread discontent and economic hardship are significant reasons behind the planned protest.
Makinde emphasized that while Nigerians have the right to voice their grievances through protests, these demonstrations must be conducted peacefully.
He stressed the importance of not resorting to violence or vandalism. “People have every right to protest, given the current situation of widespread anger and hunger.
However, it is vital that any protest remains peaceful and does not involve the destruction of public property,” he stated.
He reminded the public that government infrastructure, built with taxpayer funds, should be preserved.
“These structures and facilities are funded by public resources, not by me. Thus, if protests lead to the damage of government property, we would be forced to redirect funds from important projects to repair the damages. This would ultimately detract from the progress we aim to make for the people.”
Makinde’s call for peaceful protest underscores the importance of addressing grievances without compromising public resources and infrastructure.
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has alerted Nigerians residing in flood-prone areas to relocate, following the release of water from Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam into River Niger and River Benue.
The release, which began on September 18, 2024, poses flood risks to 11 states, including Adamawa, Kogi, Benue, and Bayelsa.
NIHSA urges individuals to clear drainages and avoid floodplains. This comes days after severe flooding in Borno killed over 30 people.
Israel admitted to initiating a “new era” of war after two consecutive days of explosive attacks targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon.
On Tuesday, pager explosions killed several, including children, and wounded over 2,800. A second wave on Wednesday, involving walkie-talkies and phones, killed at least 20 and injured 450.
One explosion occurred during a Hezbollah funeral, with reports suggesting Hezbollah’s elite Radwan unit was heavily impacted. Israel believes the death toll is higher than officially reported.
In a recent Instagram post, Nigerian entertainment figure Soso Soberekon advised women to focus on men with a clear vision and long-term plans instead of being swayed by physical attributes.
He highlighted that a big penis won’t raise children and encouraged women to seek meaningful relationships with partners who can build a future.
Soberekon’s message stirred a range of reactions online, sparking a lively conversation in the comments.
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