Protest

6 LAS News stories tagged “Protest”, newest first. Every story links its sources.

Nigeria police detain anti‑Tinubu activists and restrict protest venue in the north
Africa/Nigeria

Nigeria police detain anti‑Tinubu activists and restrict protest venue in the north

Police in Borno arrested five men for wearing shirts demanding President Bola Tinubu’s resignation, charging them with conspiracy and public disorder, while authorities in Kano later barred a related meeting, sparking debate over dissent limits.

LAS News Desk · 20 Oct 2026, 18:16 WAT · 1 source

Limoges historic town hall damaged by fire amid nationwide protests
World

Limoges historic town hall damaged by fire amid nationwide protests

A 19th‑century town hall in Limoges was set ablaze during France's recent cost‑of‑living protests, with its clock‑tower spire collapsing and the roof partially giving way. Authorities linked the blaze to fringe elements and announced arrests and prosecutions.

LAS News Desk · 19 Oct 2026, 01:45 WAT · 5 sources

Deputy governor’s convoy blocked by youths in Zamfara amid security concerns
Africa/Nigeria

Deputy governor’s convoy blocked by youths in Zamfara amid security concerns

During a condolence visit to Gwashi community in Bukkuyum LGA, Deputy Governor Malam Mani Mummuni was booed and his convoy was blocked by angry youths who cited ongoing bandit attacks and a perceived lack of government action.

LAS News Desk · 18 Oct 2026, 23:46 WAT · 2 sources

Kwankwasiyya supporters rally in Kano over NDC candidate’s exclusion from INEC list
Africa/Nigeria

Kwankwasiyya supporters rally in Kano over NDC candidate’s exclusion from INEC list

Supporters of the Kwankwasiyya Movement marched to the Kano INEC office on 16 October, demanding the reinstatement of NDC governorship candidate Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo and filing a petition before the October 24 appeal deadline.

LAS News Desk · 17 Oct 2026, 03:15 WAT · 7 sources

Police detain Cockroach Janta Party leader ahead of Delhi rally
World

Police detain Cockroach Janta Party leader ahead of Delhi rally

In Delhi on 16 October 2026, police arrested 31‑year‑old Abhijeet Dipke, founder of the Cockroach Janta Party, and student activist Neha Bora before a protest demanding the resignation of the election chief over a voter roll revision that allegedly removed more than 130 million names.

LAS News Desk · 16 Oct 2026, 23:45 WAT · 5 sources

Veterans block Abuja pensions board over disputed adjustment formula
Africa/Nigeria

Veterans block Abuja pensions board over disputed adjustment formula

Military retirees sealed the Military Pensions Board office in Abuja on 13‑14 October, alleging that the formula used for recent pension adjustments left many underpaid and calling for a forensic audit, while the board maintains it applied the approved rates.

LAS News Desk · 14 Oct 2026, 06:36 WAT · 2 sources

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