The Governor of Lagos state, Babajide Sanwo-Olu inaugurates an 8-man Judicial Panel of Inquiry and Restitution, saddled with the responsibility of receiving and investigating complaints of police brutality in the state. This was made known in a post on the official Facebook page of the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. The…
Belgium Health Minister, Frank Vandenbroucke has warned that the country may have an increase in new coronavirus infections. The Minister said that new infections were close to ‘tsunami’ and authorities “no longer control what is happening”. On Monday, there are new measures to stop the further spread of the virus. All bars and restaurants are…
It was a convergence of la crème da crème of the society when Hon Sir Godfrey Uwakwe Onwumere who is the father of popular event compere and comedian, MC Bossman, was laid to rest. The event which had present top personalities cut across different sectors, held at St Matthew’s Anglican Church, Ihitte. Dignitaries who attended…
For every business to flourish in any environment, movement of people and goods should be an easy one. A Good environment free from flood with a nice road network also help to save items from perishing or damage. Nigeria, a West African country and possibly one of the largest markets in the world despite the…
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…