Category: News
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Rising Wave of School Kidnappings in Nigeria: 2,416 Students Abducted in 26 Attacks Since 2014
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Zamfara State recorded one of the largest single incidents in February 2021 when 317 students were abducted, while Kaduna State witnessed multiple attacks, including the abduction of 287 students in March 2024.
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Take It Back Movement Calls for Immediate Release of WAEC Candidate, Father Held for Four Days Over Alleged Theft
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The movement disclosed that it had contacted the Area Commander and requested a diligent and professional investigation into the matter. “Upon receiving the complaint, I contacted the Area Commander and requested that a diligent investigation be carried out to ensure that innocent persons are not made to suffer for an…
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Take-It-Back Movement To Protest Rising Kidnappings, Banditry In Oyo State June 1, Demands Release Of Abducted Victims
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The protest, themed “Security Is A Right, Not A Privilege,” is also demanding the immediate release of victims abducted in Ogbomoso and other parts of the state.
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TIB, Abuja Residents Plan Protest Against Jabi Lake Park Takeover By Wike
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Speaking to journalists on Wednesday at the park, activist and convener of the Take It Back Movement, Omoyele Sowore, said the protest became necessary after the expiration of a seven-day ultimatum earlier given to the FCT administration.
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TAKE IT BACK MOVEMENT ORGANIZER REACTS AS POPULAR OWORONSHOKI TRADER “COVER YOUR BED” DIES AFTER DEMOLITION ORDEAL
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Many residents described him as an energetic and cheerful personality who brought life to the streets of Oworonshoki through his unique marketing style and friendly interaction with customers. His daily presence in the area made him a familiar figure among traders, residents, and passersby.
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Take It Back Movement Demands Release of Minor Detained Since 2023 Over Alleged Inability to Pay Bail
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Describing the situation as heartbreaking, the Take It Back Movement revealed that both of Michael’s parents reportedly died while making efforts to secure their son’s release from detention, “This is not just a failure of policing; it is a complete collapse of humanity and justice,” the statement read.
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Take-It-Back Movement Bauchi State Chapter Condemns Police Torture of Member for Praying in Custody, Demands Immediate Justice
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According to him, officers dragged him out of the cell and repeatedly assaulted him. “They brought sticks into the cell, dragged me out by force, and began beating me. They injured my right arm, then my left arm, and also my leg. They inflicted injuries all over my body.”
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TIB Edo Condemns NDLEA Over Death of Detained Woman in Benin Courtroom After Months in Custody, Demands Justice
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According to TIB Edo, junior officers within the NDLEA command allegedly confirmed that the deceased had repeatedly complained of illness during her detention but was not taken for medical treatment.
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TIB UK Condemns Diezani’s Testimony at London Court, Demands Accountability for Nigeria’s Looted Wealth
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TIB UK also called for the full forfeiture of any assets proven to have been acquired through corruption. It demanded that all recovered funds be returned transparently to Nigeria and used for projects that directly benefit the public.
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TIB Bauchi Chapter Raises Alarm Over Unexecuted N40 Million Classroom Project at Rafin Zurfi Primary School, Demands Probe, Immediate Action
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The movement strongly condemned the failure to execute the project despite full budgetary provision and demanded immediate clarification from the implementing agency, National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education (NICO).