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Falana Demands Immediate Reopening of Banex Plaza, Calls for Legal Action Against Assailants
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In response to the recent violent clash between traders and soldiers at Banex Plaza in Abuja, human rights lawyer Femi Falana has called on the Nigerian Army to end the plaza’s illegal closure. Falana has advised any soldiers who were assaulted during the incident to press charges, emphasizing the importance…
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Sowore Denounces Army’s Banex Plaza Closure as Unjustifiable Rights Violation
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Omoyele Sowore, a prominent human rights activist, has strongly denounced the Nigerian Army’s decision to close the Banex Plaza, describing it as a disproportionate response and an infringement on the rights of civilians. Sowore, who shared the post on in Facebook page which he tagged ,”MY RESPONSE TO THE HQ…
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Banex Shop Owner Freed From Army Torture Following Take It Back Movement Intervention
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In response to widespread public condemnation, an Abuja shop owner, Caleb Chidera, who was unlawfully detained and tortured by the Nigerian Army personnel in connection with the Banex Plaza altercation has been released. The incident drew significant attention from activists, media outlets, and the general public, ultimately leading to Caleb’s…
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Judge Rebukes Nigeria Police for Overwhelming Legal Presence in Cybercrime Case Against Ijele, Sowore Voice Concerns Over Unfair Ruling
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In a recent court session at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, Justice Akintayo Aluko voiced concern over what he deemed an excessive use of legal resources by the Nigeria Police Force in the ongoing cybercrime case against social media influencer Chizorom Harrison Ofoegbu, better known as Ijele. The…
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Human Rights Advocate Inibehe Effiong Denounces Potential Military Retaliation at Banex Plaza, Abuja
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Prominent human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong has weighed in on the recent Abuja market crisis, urging all parties to exercise restraint and condemning the use of military reprisals against civilians. As tensions rise and fears of further violence escalate, Effiong’s call for measured responses serves as a reminder of the…
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The Unwavering Fight for Press Freedom in the Face of Oppression, Written by Ogundipe Daniel
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In recent years, the struggle for press freedom had become a cornerstone in the battle to uphold democratic values worldwide. This crusade is epitomized by the story of Daniel Ojukwu, a journalist whose plight underscores the essential role of a free press in safeguarding democracy. Daniel Ojukwu’s journey mirrors the…
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Nigerian Lawyer Femi Falana Challenges Police Authority in Cybercrime Cases
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Femi Falana, SAN, a highly respected human rights lawyer, has contested the authority of Nigerian police and security agencies to arrest, detain, and prosecute citizens for alleged offenses such as “cyberstalking,” “insult,” “causing annoyance,” and “criminal intimidation.” In a release on Thursday, the human rights lawyer highlighted the illegality of…
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Nigeria’s Democratic Struggles: How Corruption and Neglected Welfare Policies Undermine the Nation’s Progress, Written by Kehinde Olayiwola
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Nigeria, a country blessed with abundant natural resources and a vibrant populace, continues to face significant challenges that hinder its path toward a stable and prosperous democracy. Among these challenges, corruption and the neglect of welfare policies stand out as critical impediments, undermining the nation’s potential progress. At the core…
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Human Rights Lawyer Festus Ogun Slams Police Actions in Portable Arrest Case
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In response to the recent arrest of Nigerian singer Portable over a G-Wagon debt, esteemed human rights lawyer Festus Ogun has publicly condemned the police’s involvement in the matter. Ogun, known for his commitment to challenging human rights abuses and holding public officials accountable, described the arrest as “illegal and…
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Minister of Women Affairs Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye Takes Action Against Niger State Speaker’s Plan to Marry Off 100 Orphaned Girls Following Condemnation by Take It Back Movement
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In response to strong condemnation from the Take It Back Movement, Minister of Women Affairs Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye has initiated legal action to prevent Speaker Abdulmalik Sarkindaji of the Niger State House of Assembly from carrying out his controversial plan to marry off 100 orphaned girls. She petitioned the Inspector General…