Politicians
Protests in Jakarta intensify after police kill ride-share driver
Tens of thousands of Indonesians, including students and workers, have taken to the streets in Jakarta and other cities to demand better wages, lower taxes, and the removal of allowances for politicians. The protests turned deadly on Thursday when an armored police vehicle hit and killed Affan Kurniawan, a 21-year-old motorcycle taxi driver working for […]
NANS Urges NDLEA to Begin Drug Tests with Politicians
As the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) intensifies its campaign against drug abuse in Nigeria, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has urged the agency to begin its proposed mandatory drug testing initiative with political office holders before extending it to other groups. This appeal, made on Thursday, April 25, 2025, was a […]
When Will the Chickens Come Home to Roost?
In Nigeria, corruption is a pervasive issue, particularly in tax and revenue collection and Administration. State officials and private actors collude to undermine government functions, soliciting bribes and embezzling funds. This culture of impunity has led to numerous high-profile cases of embezzlement among politicians. It is not uncommon in Nigeria to see corrupt Senators, Governors, […]