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Kenya’s President Calls Tax Protests ‘Hijacked’ And ‘Treasonous’ After Police Fire Live Rounds At Demonstrators As They Turn Violent

Global UpfrontJun 26, 2024June 26, 20240

Kenyan President William Ruto denounced protests on Tuesday that saw parliament stormed and at least five people shot dead as “treasonous” – but did not

Nigeria, Others Risk Social Unrest Over Cost Of Living Crisis – AfDB Warns

Global UpfrontFeb 18, 2024February 18, 20240

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has warned that Nigeria, Ethiopia, Angola and Kenya risk social unrest owing to the rising prices of fuel and other

Kano Residents Again Protest High Cost Of Living As Niger Govt Apologises, Releases 25 Food Crisis’ Minna Protesters

Global UpfrontFeb 9, 2024February 9, 20240

Kano residents on Thursday evening took to the streets in protest against the high cost of food items and other essential commodities. The protesters who

Minna, Kano Food Protests: FG Says We’re Worried By Rising Living Costs, Blames Demand And Supply Forces

Global UpfrontFeb 6, 2024February 6, 20240

The Nigerian Federal Government has expressed worry over the rising prices of food and commodities in the country, which led to protests in Niger and