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Ogun State Student Groups Reject Participation in #EndBadGovernance Protest
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and the National Association of Ogun State Students (NAOSS) have announced that they will not participate in the planned nationwide protest against hunger and poor governance. The protest, known as #EndBadGovernance, is scheduled to take place across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory from August 1 to 10. During a rally in Abeokuta, the students expressed concerns that the protest could be hijacked by hoodlums, leading to chaos and disruption of the country’s peace.
Speaking at the rally, Thomas Kehinde, the National President of NAOSS, urged students to avoid participating in the nationwide protests. He emphasized that while the organizers are mobilizing to protest economic hardships, the student community in Ogun State will not be involved. Kehinde highlighted that although the protests are intended to be peaceful, there is a risk of them being taken over by criminal elements, resulting in looting, robbery, and vandalism of both public and private property, as well as targeted attacks.
Kehinde recalled the negative experiences of the EndSARS protests, warning that similar violence and destruction could occur. He urged students in Ogun State to stay away from the protests to avoid a repeat of the chaos and alleged killings that accompanied the EndSARS movement. The leadership of student associations in Ogun State, dedicated to serving the interests of students, emphasized their commitment to non-violent advocacy and called on students to trust in their leaders to champion their welfare without resorting to potentially violent activities.
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.
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.
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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