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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) staged a protest at the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) over the termination of approximately 900 staff members. They issued a 48-hour ultimatum for the management to resolve the situation, failing which they threatened a complete operational shutdown.
The National Assembly Arcade has emerged as a key site for civic engagement and protest since Nigeria's return to democracy in 1999. This article explores its evolving role as a battleground between the public's desire to express grievances and authorities' efforts to maintain control.
Health professionals protested recently over the Health Sector Executive Bills 2026, which are being reviewed by the National Assembly. The bills aim to address systemic issues within Nigeria's healthcare system but have sparked significant concern among various stakeholders.
Workers from Emohua Local Government Area in Rivers State have taken to the streets demanding payment for seven months of unpaid salaries, as the council chairman defends a verification process aimed at reducing costs.
Organizers of the protest against poor electricity supply in Anambra State have decided to suspend the march initially planned for March 14. The coordinator, Osita Obi, cited ongoing pressure and threats as the reason for this decision.
Thousands of protesters in Kano, Nigeria, have marched to condemn Israeli actions in Palestine and express solidarity with Iran. The demonstration, part of the global Quds Day observance, saw participants calling for an end to the occupation and condemning recent attacks.
Two individuals face terrorism charges after they allegedly attempted to detonate explosives during a protest outside the residence of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The attackers were reportedly inspired by the Islamic State group.
The wives of Nigerian military personnel held in custody for an alleged coup attempt protested in Abuja, demanding a fair trial for their husbands. They are seeking immediate access to their family members, who have been detained for over 160 days without formal charges.
On Tuesday, residents of Hadejia Local Government Area in Jigawa State protested for justice for Walida Abdulhadi, who was reportedly kidnapped by Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi, an officer with the Department of State Services (DSS). The demonstrators included lawyers and civil society groups.
The Coalition of Concerned Nigerian Citizens has announced plans for a second peaceful protest against what it describes as improper appointments of Executive Directors at the Nigerian Revenue Service. The coalition argues these appointments violate statutory rotation requirements.
On Monday, lecturers and students at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, held a protest against the Niger State Government's alleged plan to seize control of the university's Bosso Campus. The demonstration was organized by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in response to claims that the state revoked the university's land rights.
Leaders and community members from Southern Kaduna's eight local government areas have publicly distanced themselves from a recent rally supporting former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, asserting that the rally does not represent their sentiments. This comes amid calls for an investigation into his activities during his tenure.
Minibus drivers in Lagos, known as Korokpe operators, are protesting new restrictions imposed by the state government. They claim these measures have undermined their livelihoods and created transport shortages for commuters.
Workers in the food and beverage sector rallied at NAFDAC's Lagos office, urging the federal government to take action against job losses resulting from the ban on sachet alcohol and PET bottle regulations.
The Hausa community in Rivers State has reported the deaths of four of its members during a protest targeting northerners at the Oil Mill Market in Port Harcourt. The demonstration followed an earlier incident in Igwuruta.
