1.Edo govt declares 24-hour curfew The Edo State Government hereby imposes a 24-hour curfew across the state till further notice. The curfew is to take effect from 4pm, today, October 19, 2020. 2. This decision has become necessary because of the very disturbing incidents of vandalism and attacks on private individuals and institutions by…
BREAKING: Despite Govt Promises, Police Tear Gas Abuja Protesters Police have fired tear gas at #EndSARS protesters in Abuja. The protest, which began nearly two weeks ago, seeks an end to police brutality in the country. At least 12 people have been killed across the country and police authorities last week warned against the use…
Soldiers have been stationed around strategic places in the federal capital territory (FCT). This development comes amid protests by Nigerians demanding an end to police brutality and a reform of the force. The #EndSARS protests have persisted for more than a week across the country. The army had issued a statement, saying it would…
Young Professionals (YP) arm of the Nigerians in the Diaspora Organization, representing the Americas continent (NIDOA) has unequivocally expressed their support for the sustained protest by youth and young professionals against police brutality in Nigeria. In a statement signed by the group’s Chairman, Dr. Barth Shepkong through the group Instagram handle, @nidoayoungprofessionals, affirmed their…
The Government of Imo state is set to inaugurate ‘Panel of Inquiry’ to investigate the alleged corrupt practice, alleged excessive use of force by the police and brutalities melted out on innocent Imo citizens. The inauguration will hold at the Sam Mbakwe Exco Chambers, Government House, Owerri. This was made known in a post…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities will meet this week to discuss the offer of the federal government aimed at ensuring an end to the strike action embarked upon by the union. This position was confirmed to EXCEL BREAKING NEWS by a top source within the union who pleaded anonymity. It would be recalled…
Major entry and exist points in the ancient city, Benin were blocked by protesting Benin youths in continuation of the #EndSARS Protest happening across the country last weekend. Hundreds of worshippers walked long distance to their place of worship and back home. The entire Auchi-Benin Road by Eyaen axis of the by-pass all the…
The English premier league returned after the international break as Game day 5 produced some interesting results. The weekend began with the Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool at Goodison park. The game ended 2-2, both sides sharing the points. The visitors, Liverpool, got off to a flying start as Sadio Mane gave to reds…
A legal luminary from Umahii, Obi Mbieri, Mbaitoli Local government area of Imo state, Nigeria, Barrister Jephthan Chukwuyere Achuko has been laid to rest at a colorful burial ceremony. The event has a ceremony and commendation service which held at Christ Anglican Church, Umuahii. Late Jephtah was described as a man of great…
Nigerians have continued to protest across the country as the Federal government appealed for calm. The government also promised to carry out reforms while ensuring that police personnel found wanting for brutality or illegal crimes is brought to book. Earlier on Friday, the Vice President of Nigeria, Professor Yemi Osinbajo appealed for calm while…