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Friday,  November 2, 2018 EiE Nigeria Weekly Update

"The man dies in all who keep silent in the face of tyranny."- Wole Soyinka (Nobel Laureate)

 Shi'ites vs Nigerian Army  

Shi'ites have been killed and arrested by the Nigerian Army since Monday. The actions came on the heels of the protest organized to demand for the release of their leader, Sheikh Ibrahim Elzakzaky, who had been released on bail for over 1 year but is still in jail.In the wake of these killings, the Nigerian Army must be held accountable for documented deaths and missing citizens. Our security agencies continue to act in ways that show disregard for Nigerian citizens. This is not acceptable in a democracy!

 #OfficeOfTheCitizen Activated in Benue, Plateau & Kogi States  

Active citizens in Benue, Plateau and Kogi States embarked on a peaceful march to condemn the rape of Elizabeth Ochanya Ogbaje by 2 relatives. This dastardly act eventually led to her death on Wednesday, October 17th. She was laid to rest today, November 2nd.

We demandjustice for Ochanya!

#SayNoToRape

 #ThursdayTalks: The Independence Debate  

Missed our last #ThursdayTalks meet up?Join us next month as we delve into interesting conversations around governance and active citizenship.For more information visit www.eie.ng/thursdaytalks/ 

Bayelsa will join the OOTC radio family soon!You can follow the conversation on #OfficeOfTheCitizen radio programme.

Never forget, the Office of the Citizen is the highest office in the land!

Tweet at @EiENigeria using #OfficeOfTheCitizen to be a part of the conversation.

1,665 Days in Captivity!  

Sunday, November 4th, marks 1,665 days since the #ChibokGirls were abducted. 112 of them remain missing, 5 #DapchiGirls unaccounted for, Leah Sharibu and Red Cross worker, Alice Ngaddah still in captivity.

#EducationIsNotACrime #BringBackOurGirls

Abuja – Unity Fountain, Daily, 5 – 6pm

Lagos - Noon – 1pm Ikoyi (Every Saturday) – Falomo Roundabout, Ikoyi.              Ejigbo (2nd & 4th Saturdays) - 64, Adewale Adenuga Street, Orilowo Bus stop              via Binta International School.

 INEC Publishes Candidates’ Credentials   

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published credentials of candidates for the National Assembly and Presidential elections at INEC Local Government and State offices respectively.Active citizens are encouraged to review the candidates’ credentials for incorrect credentials and false claims.Share your reports of false claims.

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Have a great weekend!

The EiE Nigeria Team