Amnesty, PDP Condemn Attack on Pedro Obaseki in Benin
Amnesty International and the PDP have condemned the barbaric abduction and public humiliation of Dr Don Pedro Obaseki in Benin City. Read the full report and calls for justice.
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CELSIR, KENNA Collaborate on Human Rights, Justice Reform
CELSIR and KENNA unite to champion human dignity and a people-centred justice system in Nigeria. Stakeholders call for multi-sector collaboration and proactive legal advocacy. Read the key recommendations.
Asake Criticised for Alleged Traffic Violation in Lagos
Nigerian singer Asake is under fire after a viral video allegedly shows him driving against traffic in Lagos. Netizens question his respect for local laws. Full story and reactions here.
Children Make Up 82% of IDPs in 11 States - NHRC
A new NHRC report reveals children are the majority of IDPs in Nigeria's security crisis. Read the shocking data and calls for urgent action.
Atiku: Altered Tax Laws Are Treason Against Nigerians
Atiku Abubakar labels alleged changes to new tax laws as treason. He demands suspension and investigation before Jan 2026 implementation. Read the full details.
Children 82% of IDPs in 11 States - NHRC Report
A new NHRC report reveals children are 82% of 9,290 IDPs in 11 states, facing hunger and violence. The Commission urges action to domesticate the Kampala Convention and scale up child protection.
Gwamnishu Gets Church Prayers After Police Custody
Human rights activist Harrison Gwamnishu was seen in a viral video receiving fervent prayers in church shortly after his release from two weeks in Edo State Police custody. The video has sparked mixed reactions online.
Kogi CP Commends NHRC for Upholding Rights
Kogi State Police Commissioner Naziru Bello Kankarofi has commended the National Human Rights Commission for its sustained advocacy. He emphasized the need for synergy to protect citizens' rights.
16 Nigerians Arrested in India for Illegal Activities
Indian police arrested 16 Nigerians without valid visas at a farmhouse raid for illegal liquor and gambling. Cash and alcohol worth lakhs seized. Read details.
Carter Efe's Twitch Suspended After Africa Record
Nigerian comedian Carter Efe faces a 4-month Twitch suspension days after becoming Africa's most-followed streamer. Fans rally as speculation grows over the ban's cause. Read the full story.
ADP Slams Tax Act Changes, Supports Women in Politics
ADP condemns alleged post-legislative alterations to Nigeria's Tax Act 2025, warns of governance crisis, and advocates for constitutional reforms to include women's reserved seats. Read the full analysis.
One Dead in Israeli Strikes on South Lebanon
Israeli strikes hit south Lebanon, killing one person. Tensions escalate despite 2024 ceasefire. Read the latest on the border conflict and disarmament efforts.
Amnesty Condemns Gombe Aide's Assault on Councillor
Amnesty International condemns the brutal assault on Gombe councillor Abdulrahman Abubakar Sherif by a governor's aide. We demand justice and an end to political violence in Nigeria.
Pregnant Woman Assaulted in Abuja Property Demolition
A pregnant woman was beaten and dragged by FHA security during a demolition on disputed land in Abuja, despite an active court case ordering status quo. Read the shocking details.
Nigeria's Human Rights Crisis Deepens with 422,942 Complaints
The NHRC reports a shocking 422,942 human rights violations in November 2025, including over 800 kidnappings. Executive Secretary Tony Ojukwu warns of a national emergency. Read the full report and calls to action.
Hisbah Intercepts Alcohol Consignment from Lagos to Kano
Kano Hisbah operatives intercepted a vehicle carrying alcoholic drinks from Lagos. One arrest made, woman sought. Public urged to report violations.
5 Killed in Afghan-Pakistan Border Clash
Four civilians and a soldier killed in overnight border clash between Afghanistan and Pakistan. Both sides trade blame as tensions escalate. Read the full report.
Grandmother sentenced for sharing birth photos online
A 50-year-old Danish grandmother received a suspended jail term for posting her daughter's labour photos on Facebook without consent. The case highlights serious privacy violations in the digital age. Read the full story.
EU Complaint: Microsoft Data Used for Israeli Surveillance
Microsoft faces a formal EU complaint for allegedly storing Palestinian data used by the Israeli military. The Irish Data Protection Commission is now assessing the case. Read the full details.
Microsoft EU Complaint Over Israeli Surveillance Data
Microsoft faces an EU data protection complaint for allegedly storing Israeli military surveillance data on Palestinians. The Irish DPC is assessing the case.
Imo Police Deny Torture, Organ Harvesting Allegations
The Imo State Police Command has dismissed viral allegations of torture and organ harvesting against its Tiger Base unit. The Commissioner has approved a new Human Rights Desk for oversight.
Imo Police Refute 'Tiger Base' Abuse Allegations
Imo State Police Command dismisses viral video alleging torture and organ trafficking at its anti-kidnapping unit. Commissioner establishes Human Rights Desk for oversight.
516 Rights Violations Recorded in Adamawa
The NHRC in Adamawa state documented 516 human rights complaints from January to November 2025. Over half involved family and child abandonment. Report violations for redress.
ECOWAS Court Studies Human Rights Enforcement in Europe
ECOWAS Court delegation concludes a week-long study visit to European human rights institutions to improve enforcement of its own rulings. Discover the key takeaways.
Ondo State Withholds 97% of Local Government Funds
Legal expert Ade Ajulo exposes how Ondo State government releases less than N10m from N400m LG allocations, violating constitutional autonomy. Demand accountability now!
US Skips G20 Over South Africa Human Rights - Trump
President Donald Trump states the US boycotted the G20 in South Africa over alleged human rights abuses against Afrikaners. Full details on the diplomatic fallout.
Herder arraigned for open grazing, crop damage in Ondo
Herder Buba Usman faces court for alleged open grazing and destroying N1.1m worth of crops in Akure community. Case adjourned to December 4. Follow for updates.
Commission Seeks Regulation to Protect Nigerians
The Nigeria Law Reform Commission calls for strong regulations to protect citizens from medical negligence and harmful religious practices. Read more on the urgent need for reform.
Abia Seals Tinubu's Campaign Office in Umuahia
Abia State government has sealed President Tinubu's campaign office in Umuahia for violating tax laws. The action was taken by the Ministry of Lands and Housing on November 25. Read full details.
SERAP: DSS unlawfully invaded our Abuja office
SERAP reaffirms DSS unlawfully invaded its Abuja office in September 2024. The organization provides evidence of false identities and unmarked vehicles used during the intrusion.
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