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.
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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.
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.
US Appeals Harvard Funding Ruling in Legal Battle
The Trump administration appeals a court order to release $2.7 billion in frozen research funds to Harvard University. Get the latest on this major legal and education funding battle.
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.
Eight Suspects Arraigned for Child Trafficking in Niger
Niger State Police have charged eight individuals for child trafficking and kidnapping. The syndicate allegedly stole and sold children from Lambata. Read the shocking details.
Appeal Court Upholds Ban on VIO Stopping Motorists
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has affirmed a landmark ruling, stripping Vehicle Inspection Officers of powers to stop, fine, or confiscate vehicles from motorists. This victory for road users' rights reinforces that only courts can impose sanctions.
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.
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.
Court Strikes Out Nnamdi Kanu's Rights Suit Against DSS
Appeal Court dismisses Nnamdi Kanu's fundamental rights appeal against DSS, citing life imprisonment conviction. Read full details on this landmark ruling.
Court Rejects Nnamdi Kanu's Rights Appeal
Appeal Court dismisses Nnamdi Kanu's rights violation case against DSS. The court ruled the appeal became academic after his terrorism conviction and life imprisonment sentence.
ESA Secures Record €22.1 Billion Space Budget
The European Space Agency secures a historic €22.1 billion budget to boost space independence, fund new rockets, and launch missions to Mars and Saturn's moon. Discover Europe's ambitious space plans.
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.
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.
N100m Rights Suit Against IGP Dismissed by Court
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.
SERAP defends mandate in N5bn suit against DSS officials
SERAP tells court it promotes economic rights, not anti-government criticism, in N5bn defamation case. Case adjourned to February 19 for final addresses.
NHRC Flags Off 16 Days Anti-GBV Campaign Across Nigeria
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.
15 Petitions Flood Rivers Human Rights Tribunal
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.
Germany builds €11bn AI data centre for digital sovereignty
Germany breaks ground on massive €11 billion data centre to boost European AI independence from US and China. Learn how this project aims to reshape digital sovereignty.
Woman sentenced to 7 years for human trafficking
NAPTIP secures 7-year conviction against Chinonso Omengor for human trafficking and prostitution exportation. Justice served in Delta State court case. Read the full details.
Eurogroup Chief Quits for World Bank Senior Position
Pascal Donohoe resigns as Eurogroup head to become World Bank managing director, dealing a blow to Ireland's governing coalition ahead of crucial by-elections.
LP Chieftain Sues Over Death Threats in Ebonyi
Labour Party chieftain Dr. Ezeh Emmanuel Ezeh files a rights suit against suspected political enforcers for death threats. He seeks judicial protection and affirms the rule of law. Read more.
Kessler Twins Die in Joint Assisted Suicide at 89
German entertainment icons Alice and Ellen Kessler have died at 89 in a joint assisted suicide. The legendary twins were European stars who performed with Frank Sinatra.
TotalEnergies accused of Mozambique war crimes complicity
French energy giant TotalEnergies faces legal action for alleged complicity in war crimes at its Mozambique gas site. NGO claims company knew about civilian abuses but continued operations.
Germany, France Push EU Digital Sovereignty at Summit
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron join forces at Berlin digital summit to reduce European dependence on US tech giants and boost AI capabilities.
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