Police arrest journalists covering #EndBadGovernance protest in Abuja
A journalist with Souk TV, Ayoola Babalola, along with six other journalists covering the #EndBadGovernance protest in Abuja, has been arrested by the police.
Mr Babalola made his arrest known on his WhatsApp status at 12:33 p.m.
Mr Babalola, who previously worked with Peoples Gazette and Sahara Reporters, revealed that they were taken to Wuye Police Station, where they are currently being held.
The post read, “I’ve been arrested, Comrades. I’m being held at Wuye Police Station. We are standing our ground and not releasing our devices.”
He added, “I’m being held with Comrade Samuel Victor and five others.”
On Saturday in Abuja, policemen fired live bullets at a vehicle conveying journalists and hunger protesters.
Nationwide protests have erupted against the hardship worsened by some policies of President Bola Tinubu. The protests began on August 1, with organizers stating they would continue until August 10.
The shooting at the Abuja National Stadium where protesters converged ignited panic as journalists and protesters scampered for safety. The police earlier asked the protesters to leave the Federal Capital Territory.
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Agriculture
FG tasks ECOWAS on leveraging financing strategies for agroecology
The federal government has urged stakeholders in the agriculture and finance sectors in the West Africa region to leverage financing strategies to enhance agroecology practices
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
NationWide
ITF begins screening of artisans for global competitiveness training
Mr Ogun noted that the ITF was expanding its partnerships with additional international certification bodies.
States
NAF destroys terrorist enclaves, kill several fighters in Borno airstrike
The NAF’s spokesman, Ehimen Ejodame, said the operation was carried out on Friday, July 10, 2026.
World
Top Afghan retired general extradited to U.S. over drug, firearm trafficking
The U.S. noted, “The Drug Enforcement Administration led an investigation that ended Qadeer’s audacious criminal activity.”
NationWide
IG assures international community Nigeria safe for investment, tourism
The IG said negative global perceptions of Nigeria often differed from realities experienced by visitors to the country.
States
Lagos APM governorship candidate congratulates Makinde, security agents on Oyo hostages’ release
Mr Adeoye said the successful operation reflected the effectiveness of intelligence-driven security strategies.
States
YPP lauds rescue of Oyo pupils, teachers, urges stronger safe school initiative
The party urged President Bola Tinubu and security agencies to replicate the successful strategy nationwide.
