Nigerian lawyer Timi Paul Olagunju is among 20 global fellows chosen for the 2025 Public Voices Fellowship. He will amplify Global South perspectives on AI, democracy, and digital rights. Read more.
A Nigerian man paid N2 million for an apartment only to find no water or electricity. After one year, his landlord issued a quit notice and raised the rent to over N3 million. Read his full story and tenant rights in Nigeria.
Temitayo Ayinla empowers Nigeria's visually impaired through Resource Center for the Blind, calling for government support and structured rehabilitation centers to restore independence.
Discover the untold stories of labour leaders' spouses - the silent heroes supporting Nigeria's workers' rights movement through sacrifice and resilience.
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.
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan presents petition seeking justice for 13-year-old Ochanya Ogbanje who died after years of alleged sexual abuse by relatives. Senate refers case to ethics committee.
Toyin Omozuwa demands immediate action against digital gender-based violence in Nigeria. Learn about the growing threat and required solutions during 16 Days of Activism.
UNICEF and Nigerian stakeholders call for urgent action to protect children's rights, education, and safety. Learn how government programs aim to reach millions by 2030.
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.
Stakeholders emphasize minors' protection and national security balance in Nigeria's Digital Rights Bill discourse at Lagos retreat. Learn how this legislation will shape Nigeria's digital future.
An Oyo State High Court has dismissed a N100 million fundamental rights suit against the IGP and others. Justice Oyediran ruled the application lacked merit. Read the full details.
A man in Umuahia locked his girlfriend's shop and threatened violence if she touched the key. Human rights activist Ochiegbu Marvelous intervened and opened the business. Read the full story.
Stakeholders in Lagos discuss Nigeria's Digital Rights and Freedom Bill, emphasizing minors' protection and balancing national security with human rights in digital spaces.
A Nigerian lawyer explains the illegal tactics used by loan sharks and reveals the government agency that can stop cyber-stalking. Learn your rights today!
National Human Rights Commission launches 2025 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence with nationwide activities across all 36 states and FCT from Nov 25 to Dec 10.
Over 15 petitions presented at the People’s Tribunal in Port Harcourt expose human rights abuses and environmental injustice in Rivers State. Victims seek justice where conventional systems have failed.
Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority fines Qatar Airways ₦5 million for breaching passenger rights. Read the full details of the incident and the regulator's enforcement actions.
House Speaker Abbas pushes for new legislation to protect elderly Nigerians' rights, healthcare, and dignity. Join the movement for senior citizen welfare reform.
9.5 million Nigerians with hearing impairment struggle to access proper healthcare due to lack of sign language interpreters in hospitals, leading to misdiagnosis and frustration.
Anna Ajayi shares her traumatic experience of workplace sexual harassment and HR's disbelief. Read how she continues fighting despite institutional failure.
Lagos Police Commissioner Olohundare Jimoh reaffirms his order prohibiting officers from searching residents' phones. Learn about the public's reaction and real-life enforcement challenges.
Nigeria's irreligious community organized its first world conference in Abuja, demanding justice for persecution victims and constitutional protection for non-believers.
A young Nigerian woman's viral TikTok video explaining her decision to avoid marriage and childbearing sparks intense online debate about modern relationships in Nigeria.
FIDA Nigeria calls on religious leaders to prevent misuse of sacred texts for GBV justification. Interfaith dialogue aims to promote gender justice and end harmful practices.
In a landmark decision, the US Supreme Court has upheld the Trump administration's controversial passport gender policy, requiring citizens to provide medical evidence for gender marker changes.
The PPDC transforms Nigeria's justice landscape through groundbreaking legal aid initiatives, securing freedom for thousands and driving systemic reforms nationwide.
Human Rights Watch exposes Nigeria's deteriorating security situation as unchecked violence and lack of government accountability threaten the nation's democratic foundations.
IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu petitions former US President Donald Trump, calling for investigation into alleged extrajudicial killings by Nigerian security forces in Southeast region amid ongoing unrest.
Shocking details emerge as Texas police rescue woman held captive for months, tortured and chained in backyard by five acquaintances who allegedly turned against her.
American legislators are pushing for sanctions against Nigerian government officials accused of violating religious freedoms, escalating diplomatic tensions between both nations.