Category: Metro

June 12 Protest: Falana, Civil Society Groups Mobilise Nigerians Against Insecurity, Hunger By: Mandy Park Prominent human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), popular musician and activist Falz, alongside several civil society organisations, labour groups, youth movements and community-based organisations, have declared June 12, 2026, as a day of nationwide protest against worsening insecurity, economic hardship and deteriorating living conditions across Nigeria. The coalition, in a statement issued on Wednesday and jointly signed by more than 16 activists and organisations, said the protest is aimed at drawing attention to what it…

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Photo: CHSR President, Comrade Alex Omotehinse and others at the briefing By: Mandy Park CHSR Raises Alarm Over Alleged Attempts to Frustrate Ajiran Double Murder Trial Demands Speedy Prosecution as Victims’ Families Renew Call for Justice The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR) has expressed concern over what it described as growing attempts to frustrate the prosecution of suspects linked to the killings of two prominent sons of the Ajiran community in Lagos State, warning that the case has become a crucial test of Nigeria’s justice system and commitment…

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Photo: The Children Displaying Their JBS Certificate With Resident Pastor Innocent Joseph By: Daniel Kanu It was a memorable and inspiring celebration at Living Faith Church (Winners Chapel), Olumo-Oreyo, Ikorodu, Lagos, as children took centre stage during the church’s Children’s Day celebration held alongside the Covenant Day of Recovery and Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, May 31. The special service, which coincided with the church’s worldwide Covenant Day of Recovery and Thanksgiving, provided an opportunity for the children to demonstrate their talents, leadership abilities, and spiritual growth by taking charge of…

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Photo: MFM By: Mandy Park The leadership of the Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries (MFM) has suspended all vigils and overnight prayer programmes across its branches nationwide, directing that all church activities must end by 8:00 p.m. until further notice due to worsening security concerns in the country. The directive was conveyed in an internal memorandum dated June 5, 2026, and signed by the Director of Administration at the church’s International Headquarters, Lagos, Mr. Temitope A. Olawale. According to the memo, the decision was taken as a precautionary measure…

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By: Mandy Park Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the Senate for its successful passage of the landmark bill seeking to reform Nigeria’s tax on Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs), describing it as a bold and timely step toward safeguarding public health. The bill, which proposes replacing the current flat 10 naira-per-litre excise duty with a percentage-based levy tied to retail price, while also earmarking a portion of the revenue for health promotion and disease prevention, represents a significant shift toward evidence-based fiscal policy. CAPPA saluted the sponsor of…

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By: Daniel Kanu The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa, CAPPA has urged the Nigerian government and relevant stakeholders to take urgent action against the growing appeal of nicotine and tobacco products among young people warning that the country is facing an expanding nicotine addiction crisis fueled by new and emerging products such as vapes, heated tobacco products and nicotine pouches. Nicotine Addiction Marking the 2026 World No Tobacco Day, at an event in Lagos on Tuesday themed “Unmasking the Appeal: Countering Nicotine and Tobacco Addiction,” CAPPA said tobacco companies…

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By: Daniel Kanu The Centre for Human and Socio-Economic Rights (CHSR) has condemned the reported disruption of a peaceful protest by individuals allegedly affiliated with the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), describing the incident as a threat to democratic freedoms and a reflection of Nigeria’s deepening security crisis. In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by its President, Comrade Alex Omotehinse, the rights advocacy group expressed concern over the alleged attack on members of the Take-It-Back (TIB) Movement and other civil society organizations who had gathered to protest…

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By: Daniel Kanu A coalition of civil society activists, labour leaders and entertainer, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intensify efforts toward rescuing over 80 schoolchildren allegedly still being held captive by kidnappers and insurgents in parts of the country. In a statement issued today Thursday, 28th May, following the 2026 Children’s Day celebration, the group lamented that at least 81 Nigerian children remain in captivity despite repeated assurances from government authorities on tackling insecurity. The signatories said the continued abduction of…

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