1922 - Part of former German colony Kamerun is added to Nigeria under League of Nations mandate. News | TODAY How the End Sars protests have changed Nigeria forever Al Jazeera Centre for Public Liberties & Human Rights. News. "There are no excuses for the unfortunate incident that took place last night, and as the governor, I apologize for every action and inaction," he tweeted. by a divided opposition. The European Unions foreign policy chief Josep Borrell has condemned the killing of protesters and has called for justice. The declaration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the candidate for the Somebody got hit straight beside me and he died on the spot," he said. 1998 - Gen Sani Abacha dies and is succeeded by Maj-Gen Abdulsalami Abubakar. Police in Rivers State said the blast was caused by thieves who were trying to steal oil. During the warmup ahead of Napolis match at Spezia last weekend, a shot from Osimhen hit a female fan in the stands. In Lagos, Nigeria, on the evening of October 20, men in military uniform reportedly fired live rounds at peaceful protesters demanding an end to police brutality; at least 12 people were killed . European Union election observers said there had been significant shortcomings in the electoral process, adding there had been vote-buying but it was too early say how widespread this was. Xylazine, the drug's official name, is a potent animal tranquilizer that's being mixed with illegal drugs, like heroin and fentanyl, with devastating consequences. Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. Here a video you'll likely not believe happened in the northern Nigeria Just yesterday in the Jos state of Nigeria today on Superb TVI can't believe this hap. President Muhammadu Buhari disbanded Sars on 11 October. He has urged his supporters to be calm and peaceful and await the court ruling. 2007 April - Umaru Yar'Adua of the ruling People's Democratic Party wins the presidential election. Journalists safety is part of what it means to have freedom of the press, and is critical for Nigerian democracy.. Nigerian President-elect Bola Tinubu visited outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday evening in his first engagement since winning the presidency in the elections. Death toll in Nigeria building collapse rises to 43 . Journalists in Nigeria are too often attacked simply for working to keep the Nigerian public and the world informed about what is happening in their country. As controversy continues about Nigeria's election, a prominent opposition politician has shared a misleading video that questions the official results from one area. 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The oldest fossil remains found by archaeologists in the southwestern area of Iwo Eleru, near Akure, have been dated to about 9000 bce. Mr Sanwo-Olu told the BBC's Newshour programme that the military had been present at the scene, despite public assurances that soldiers would not deploy until after the start of a curfew at 21:00. 1979 - Elections bring Alhaji Shehu Shagari to power. There were violent clashes at an End Sars demonstration and protestors claim the army opened fire 'to kill'. They are still shooting at people this morning!!! ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Nigerian authorities on Thursday directed all universities to shut down for nearly three weeks for this month's presidential elections, citing security concerns. First published on Tue 20 Oct 2020 11.47 EDT. He said people had been robbed at the ballot box and pledged to prove through the courts that he had won. A church in southwestern Nigeria became the site of a bloody attack on Sunday, according to local lawmakers. Could Nigerias cash shortage hurt the presidential vote? It was chaos. Polling marked by delays, allegations of ballot-rigging. In Rome, Pope Francis responded to news of the attack. A chronology of key events in the history of Nigeria from its earliest civilisations to the present day. Police in Rivers State said the blast was caused by thieves who were trying to steal oil. Videos appearing to be from the scene of the attack showed church worshippers lying in pools of blood while people around them wailed. This morning we drove over the Lekki-Ikoyi toll bridge, passing through gates that had been burned out the night before. Nigeria: security forces in Lagos open fire on protesters fighting ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Election officials declared Bola Tinubu the winner of Nigeria's presidential election Wednesday, keeping the ruling party in power in Africa's most populous nation and raising the specter of protests by opposition supporters who already have called for the vote to be voided. Closer to Lekki, where there are a number of shopping centres, the streets were mainly empty. 1994 - Moshood Abiola arrested after proclaiming himself president. APC member, came out to receive and congratulate them on Mr Tinubus victory. In protest, European Union imposes sanctions until 1998, Commonwealth suspends Nigeria's membership until 1998. October 31, 2020, 8:53 AM 2:22 On Location: February 24, 2023 Catch up on the developing stories making headlines. 2003 September - Nigeria's first satellite, NigeriaSat-1, launched by Russian rocket. Nigeria church attack: What, where and why? - Al Jazeera Mr Obi's campaign was especially popular with young Nigerians, many of whom feel let down by the two parties that have dominated the political scene. 1999 - Parliamentary and presidential elections. Killings In Nigeria - NDTV.com Whitney, whose parents said was hale and hearty the morning she was taken in her school bus to the venue of the sporting event, died suddenly at the stadium. Nigeria panel finds army, police killed peaceful protesters . promised to challenge the results in court. The state, though, has been caught up in a rising violent conflict between farmers and herders. Outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari congratulated Mr Tinubu, who was the ruling partys candidate. Social media footage streamed live from the scene shows protesters tending to the wounded. Nigerian authorities turned a peaceful protest against police brutality into a shooting spree, showing the ugly depths they are willing to go to suppress the voices of citizens, Anietie Ewang, Nigeria researcher at Human Rights Watch, said in a statement. I dont do self here or anywhere, but where there is a much-needed context. People insulted my family and me. In the creeks of. ballot-box snatching and voter intimidation in southern states such as Rivers, Yesterday (2019) - Plot - IMDb Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State, yesterday, lauded Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State for being party of those who ensured that presidential power moved to the southern part of the country. biometrics to register voters, 87 million people have gone to the trouble of ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Violent attacks targeting Nigerias election commission offices are raising concerns about the security of the West African country's upcoming elections in February. A weakening economy, rising insecurity and violent conflicts threaten progress made in its democratic development. As the campaign period neared its end, both the ruling partys Bola Tinubu and the main opposition's Atiku Abubakar on Saturday held rallies in the northeast, where extremists have waged a decade-long insurgency against Nigeria. It's a bustling area usually, but no cars were on the road, just young men on foot. They sent letters and publications out. After a gruelling six-month presidential campaign that saw candidates traverse the length and breadth of Nigeria in search of votes, President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, yesterday, called on his . Many of them had been at the site of the shooting the night before and recounted horrifying stories of seeing other protesters shot before their eyes. Chinedu Mogbo, founder of Greenfingers Wildlife Initiative, a conservation group working with the activists, said the show was designed to raise awareness about environmental pollution. Autopsy result not out yet, say Lagos police. 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Fikayo Olowolagba President Muhammadu Buhari's government has been mocked by Nigerians over the attack on Chief of Staff, Ibrahim Gambari's residence. Arsenal recovered from conceding the second fastest goal in Premier League history as Reiss Nelson's stoppage-time strike gave the Premier League leaders a thrilling 3-2 win over Bournemouth after title rivals Manchester City beat Newcastle 2-0 on Saturday. Some celebrated into the early hours, but the usually busy streets of Lagos are mostly deserted on Wednesday morning, some businesses remain closed. 1983 December - Maj-Gen Muhammad Buhari seizes power in bloodless coup. The Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld President . Fighting the powerful criminal gangs terrorising rural Nigeria. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Margret Yamas phone screensaver is a picture of her cousin, Rifkatu Galang, who is still held by Boko Haram extremists nearly nine years after she and 275 other girls were seized from their school in northeastern Nigeria. Buildings have been set aflame and there are reports of gunfire in Nigeria's biggest city after demonstrators were shot at a protest. #EndSARS movement: from Twitter to Nigerian Streets UK. I am deeply concerned by the recent violence and continued clashes in Nigeria, and am alarmed by widespread reports of civilian deaths, he said in a statement. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) New clashes Tuesday between protesters and security forces in southern Nigeria left at least one person injured, amid demonstrations against a cash shortage caused by the West African nation's push to rapidly phase out its old currency notes. Rights group Amnesty International said at least 12 people were killed by soldiers and police in Lagos on Tuesday. It was not immediately clear who was behind the attack on the church. 2006 April - Helped by record oil prices, Nigeria becomes the first African nation to pay off its debt to the Paris Club of rich lenders, which had written off two-thirds of the $30bn debt the previous year. Olusegun Obasanjo elected for second term despite EU observers reporting "serious irregularities". The Committee to Project Journalists (CPJ) has called on Nigerian authorities to allow journalists to continue to do their jobs while covering protests against police brutality in the West African country. Many high-profile musicians, actors and celebrities in Nigeria and abroad have backed the protests calling for the abolition of a notorious police unit known as SARS and the implementation of wider reforms. 16-18th centuries - Slave trade sees Nigerians forcibly sent to the Americas. They took part of her kidney, liver, stomach contents, blood, brain, and bone marrow. The president-elect was accompanied by Vice-President-elect Kashim Shettima during the visit. Ahead of the March 11 Governorship and House of Assembly elections, Gov. Rev. 5 important things that happened in Nigeria today 1. MILAN (AP) Before scoring two goals, Victor Osimhen apologized for missing a shot. My daughter died of electrocution. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) The newly elected president of Nigeria is the first person chosen to lead the country with less than 50% of the vote. By 15,. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Nigeria's electoral commission released results late into the night Tuesday, while the country's main opposition candidates already had demanded a re-vote amid an early lead for the ruling party. What's the least exercise we can get away with? 2017 December - Clashes between herders in Benue and Taraba states prompt thousands to flee. We've received your submission. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Two separate road crashes involving trucks in southern Nigeria left 20 people dead including children, authorities said Sunday, with many of the victims burned beyond recognition. Nigeria election: Jubilation in Tinubu strongholds, Tinubu receives winners certificate amid cheers, Nigeria poll: Obi plans to challenge Tinubu's victory, Nigeria election: Bitterness and anger in Obi homeland, During vote-counting in Awka there had been excitement about Peter Obi's prospects, Image caption: During vote-counting in Awka there had been excitement about Peter Obi's prospects. 1993 June - Military annuls elections when preliminary results show victory by Chief Moshood Abiola. It was an emotional scene, yesterday, as Whitney Adeniran, the 12-year-old student of Chrisland International School, who died on February 9, 2023, during the school's inter-house sports . with 37% of the vote on Wednesday but opposition parties have disputed the physically going to collect their voter cards. Arsenal recovered from conceding the second fastest goal in Premier League history as Reiss Nelson's stoppage-time strike gave the Premier League leaders a thrilling 3-2 win over Bournemouth after title rivals Manchester City beat Newcastle 2-0 on Saturday. TABAWA, Nigeria (AP) When the floodwaters reached Aisha Alis hut made of woven straw mats and raffia palms, she packed up what belongings she could and set off on foot with her eight youngest children. Nigerias military, however, denied responsibility for the Lekki shootings, posting a tweet that labelled several reports as fake news. And his rivals have yet to signal that they accept the legitimacy of the election. This is too much.. Ondo and Ekiti states were won overwhelming by Mr Tinubu. #StopNigeriaGovernment https://t.co/hRC6Lyp1K6, We the people, we are committed to peacefully protesting and exercising our rights as citizens to demonstrate for our cause but some arms of government, of different people, have found ways to disrupt this peaceful process and turn it into something violent so that they have the excuse to bring in the military, which is what they did yesterday., He added: From the beginning, all we want to do is have reform in Nigeria, starting with the police, starting with the government officials, starting with the policies that are affecting the average Nigerian. 2004 August-September - Deadly clashes between gangs in oil city of Port Harcourt prompts strong crackdown by troops. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Nigeria on Tuesday began drilling oil and natural gas in the countrys northern region, anticipating a boost to the nation's finances even as the new energy supplies face the threat from theft and extremist activity. table displayed on a television screen, which we've found matches the results from Delta state. The National Universities Commission said concerns expressed on the security of staff, students and properties of our respective institutions, were a factor in the decision, in a letter to universities signed by Chris Maiyaki, its deputy executive secretary. In a statement, Amnesty International Nigeria said at least 12 protesters were killed in Lagos on Tuesday. A major Nigerian TV station with links to a ruling party politician was on fire after people attacked it with petrol bombs. Nigeria News, Latest News in Nigeria - The Guardian The Current Situation in Nigeria | United States Institute of Peace The Latest news in Nigeria and world news. Some could not cast their ballot because of malfunctioning machines. 2003 12 April - First legislative elections since end of military rule in 1999. Timileyin said at least 50 people had been killed, though others put the figure higher. The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed concern about developments in Nigeria, urging both security forces and protesters to exercise restraint. screen from a TV channel with people heard off-camera joking about the total for the ruling APC party, because the They have 21 days from the day the results were announced to challenge the result at Nigeria's highest appeal court. I have spoken with President Buhari, who is committed to this end, and has begun the processes that will lead to reform. The men found on the Alithini II oil tanker at the Las Palmas port on Monday afternoon appeared to have symptoms of dehydration and hypothermia and were transferred to hospitals on the island for medical attention, according to Spain's Maritime Safety and Rescue Society. Criminal gangs known locally as "bandits" in northwest and central Nigeria have scaled up attacks in recent years, kidnapping, raping and pillaging. On Wednesday, buildings were set alight across Lagos and police put up roadblocks. In remarks before the ceremony, Mr Tinubu also echoed this message. President Obasanjo's People's Democratic Party wins parliamentary majority. Weve contacted Senator Melaye about new period for Nigerian politics and democracy," US State Department On Wednesday he called for flags to be lowered at government buildings and an "immediate suspension" of all state activities over the next three days. 1850s - British establish presence around Lagos. Owo is about 345 kilometers (215 miles) east of Lagos. Sule, Election: Well not take Badagry for granted, Sanwo-Olus aide assures residents, Arsenal stage thrilling fightback to maintain five-point lead over Man City, Saudi executes two men amid death penalty spike. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has congratulated Nigeria President-elect Bola Tinubu on his election win. Human Rights Watch has called on authorities to withdraw soldiers from the streets and hold accountable those responsible for using forces against peaceful demonstrations. Read about our approach to external linking. The war in Ukraine, a shipwreck off Italys southern coast that drove home the desperate and dangerous sea journeys of migrants seeking to reach Europe, and a collision between a freight train and a passenger train in Greece were the top stories in Europe and Africa, along with Nigeria's elections. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Mr Tayo Ayinde, on Saturday promised that Badagry would not be taken for granted when the governor succeeds in his second term bid. Bola Tinubu has been announced as the winner of Nigerias presidential election. as they marched to the state governors office. 2 March 2023: This post has been updated to make it Rights group Amnesty International cites death toll of 500, authorities say about 20 died. Replaced by his deputy, Lt-Gene Olusegun Obasanjo, who helps introduce US-style presidential constitution. The state has 25 local government areas, not just the 10 visible in the social media post. How can parents appeal over school places? According Nigeria - latest news, breaking stories and comment - The Independent Transfer takes place in 2008. In 2014, militants stormed a boarding school in the Nigerian village of Chibok and kidnapped 276 girls - an incident which gained widespread attention and sparked an international campaign. Yet the voters roll is not automatically updated In the creeks of the Niger Delta, criminals frequently break into the pipelines and take the oil to illegal refineries. 2002 February - Some 100 people are killed in Lagos in clashes between Hausas from mainly-Islamic north and Yorubas from predominantly-Christian southwest. However he is a failure and needs to work in a supermarket to survive. The Nigerian army and police killed at least 12 peaceful protesters in two locations of Lagos in a deadly crackdown on demonstrations, Amnesty International said. lowest since the end of military rule in 1999. She was already succeeding. Mr Tinubu "personally thanked the president for his efforts and commitment to ensure a free, fair and credible election", according to a presidential aide. ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) Four security officials were killed in a car bomb targeting a former government official in southeast Nigeria, authorities said Tuesday. It's clear from watching the official announcement ceremony that there are rows of numbers above those seen in the tweet, and these can be heard being read out by officials. While ECOWAS commission recognizes the right of citizens to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly and protest, it is also of the view that those rights should be exercised in a non-violent manner., In this regard, ECOWAS commission calls on all protesters to remain peaceful in the conduct of their demonstrations. Nigerians mock presidency over robbery attack - Daily Post Nigeria BARCELONA, Spain (AP) The three Nigerian stowaways found on an oil tanker's rudder after an 11-day ocean voyage from Lagos, Nigeria to Las Palmas in the Canary Islands are seeking asylum in Spain, a spokesperson for the Spanish government delegation in the Canaries said Wednesday. 2003 19 April - First civilian-run presidential elections since end of military rule. Armed men attacked the station in Igueben town in Edo State kidnapping an unknown number of people waiting to board, said Chidi Nwabuzor, the police spokesman for Edo State, in a statement. 1472 - Portuguese navigators reach Nigerian coast. In the latest attack, assailants in southeastern Imo state set fire on Sunday to an office of Nigerias Independent National Electoral Commission. Nigerias security forces did not immediately respond to questions about how the attack occurred or if there are any leads about suspects. The Presidency on Monday night confirmed that. #EndSARS @hrw pic.twitter.com/R2UDQ4Ytyk, Anietie Ewang (@aniewang) October 21, 2020. Bola Tinubu, 70, is declared the winner of Nigeria's election despite opposition calls for a rerun. 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