Category: News
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TIB Edo State Chapter Secures Release of Man Reportedly Harassed and Detained by Anti-Cult Officers at the State CID
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According to him, the confrontation became tense as some officers allegedly threatened him and used derogatory remarks, “Some officers moved very close to me, threatening to beat me and using abusive language while speaking aggressively,” he said.
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“Harassment Disguised as Police Invitations Must Stop” — Take It Back Movement Condemns Summons of Oworo Youth Forum Members
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The movement said the invitations appear to target members of the Oworo Youth Forum, a community-based group where young people engage in discussions about local issues and civic matters.
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TIB Movement Jigawa Chapter Decries Failing Education Sector Amid Billions in Budget
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The situation is also critical in Malam Madori Local Government Area, where JSS Gandun Sarkin and Jibori Primary School are said to be facing severe infrastructural decay. Similarly, in Buji Local Government Area and Birniwa Local Government Area, schools such as Gwadayi Primary School and Yarda Primary School were described…
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“Our Duty Is Fulfilled the Moment We Stand Up for the Weak Against the Powerful” — Omoyele Sowore, Take It Back Movement React to TracyNither Nicolas Ohiri’s Apology to David Umahi
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Omoyele Sowore and the Take It Back Movement subsequently rallied around her case, arguing that a citizen should not be intimidated or criminalised for making allegations against a powerful public official.
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Take It Back Movement Announces Voters Sensitization and Registration Exercise
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According to the movement, although voter registration figures have steadily increased between 2003 and 2023, there has been a worrying decline in actual voter participation. The 2023 general elections, it noted, recorded the lowest voter turnout since 2003.
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TIB Lagos State Chapter Secures Refund of ₦20,000 Extorted from Student by Police at Berger
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The intervention followed reports that the student was detained despite no incriminating item being found on him and was only released after officers reportedly collected the money, contrary to a directive for his unconditional release.
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Take It Back Movement Secures Refund for Two Young Boys Allegedly Extorted by Police Tactical Team in Ijegun
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The Coordinator said he immediately intervened when the case was brought to his attention. He expressed outrage over the incident and contacted the Divisional Police Officer, demanding a full refund of the money, “When this case got to my table, I was deeply infuriated and immediately contacted the station officer,…
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Take It Back Movement, Bauchi State Chapter Condemns Position of Bauchi Lawmakers on Election Technology
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On Wednesday, the Nigerian Senate rejected a proposed amendment to the Electoral Act intended to make the electronic transmission of election results mandatory.
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‘This Madness Must Stop’ — TIB Deputy Coordinator Writes Delta Governor on Illegal Levies
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Ubi warned that the unchecked actions of some community leaders undermine the authority of the Delta State Government, weaken the rule of law, and damage the state’s investment climate. He called on Governor Oborevwori to immediately set up a special enforcement and investigative task force to clamp down on illegal…
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TigerBaseMustFall: CAPTI Declines Police Invitation Over Short Notice, Calls for Inclusive and Well-Planned Engagement
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The organisation called for the suspension of implicated officers, an independent investigation into alleged killings, the production of missing children, and a comprehensive review of all Tiger Base cases.