Human rights
Australia’s $1.6 billion deal with Nauru raises concerns over human rights
The Australian government has agreed to pay the Pacific island nation of Nauru $1.6 billion over the next three decades to resettle up to 354 former detainees who have “no legal right to remain in Australia”. This deal has sparked controversy and concern among human rights groups and independent senators. The agreement, signed last week, […]
BREAKING: UN declares full blown famine in Gaza
The United Nations has officially declared a famine in Gaza, with more than half a million Palestinians facing “catastrophic” hunger. This declaration comes as the death toll continues to rise, with two Palestinians starving to death in the past 24 hours and 71 people killed in Israeli attacks across the enclave. According to the territory’s […]
M23 Rebels Accused of War Crimes in Eastern DRC
The M23 rebels in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo have been accused of committing serious abuses against civilians, including torture, killings, and enforced disappearances, in areas under their control. According to Amnesty International, these acts violate international humanitarian law and may amount to war crimes. The allegations come amid a renewed surge in […]
BREAKING: EFCC Gets 24-Hour Deadline to Release Aisha Achimugu
In a significant legal development, the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja has issued a stern directive to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), ordering the immediate release of prominent Nigerian businesswoman and philanthropist, Aisha Achimugu, within 24 hours of its ruling. Justice Inyang Ekwo, presiding over the case, handed down the order on […]
Falana Slams Akpabio Over Alleged Police Involvement in Political Tensions
Prominent human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has issued a stern warning to the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, over his reported petition to the Inspector General of Police against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, accusing her of defamation and incitement. Femi Falana condemned the move, describing it as an inappropriate use […]
International Human Rights Commission Congratulates Tinubu
The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) in Nigeria has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on his 73rd birthday, acknowledging his dedication to repositioning the country and guiding Nigeria towards prosperity. In a statement, the IHRC’s Head of Diplomatic Mission in Nigeria, Dr. Duru Hezekiah, urged citizens to pray for divine guidance, unity, and healing. The IHRC […]
Prostitution to Remain Illegal in Nigeria
In a landmark ruling, an Abuja Federal High Court has dismissed a suit seeking to legalize prostitution in Nigeria. Justice James Kolawole Omotosho presided over the case, stating that prostitutes have no legal rights under Nigerian law or the Constitution. The judge emphasized that prostitution is an offense under the Penal Code Act, punishable by […]
Kwara Renews Commitment Combat Gender-Based Violence
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to tackling Gender-Based Violence (GBV) through policy enforcement, legal action, and community-driven initiatives. This vow was made at a stakeholders’ meeting convened by the Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative in Ilorin, Kwara State capital. The meeting, themed “Mobilising Stakeholders for Action Against GBV in Kwara,” […]
Sowore Tells Court: “I won’t Run Away, Release My Passport “
Omoyele Sowore, a former presidential candidate, has been embroiled in a heated battle with the Federal High Court in Abuja over the release of his international passport. Sowore, who is currently on bail facing a 16-count amended charge of cybercrime, urged the court to release his passport to enable him to travel to the United […]