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European Union voices opposition following recent executions in Jordan and Kuwait
The European Union is calling for a halt to executions in Jordan and Kuwait, asserting that capital punishment is cruel, ineffective, and fundamentally violates human rights.
Russian court imprisons Yabloko deputy leader for anti-war social media posts
A senior official in Russia's Yabloko opposition party, Maxim Kruglov, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for social media posts criticizing the war in Ukraine.
Aisha Yesufu Critiques DSS Involvement in Omoyele Sowore Legal Proceedings
Aisha Yesufu has questioned the involvement of the DSS in the case against Omoyele Sowore, arguing that the President should handle personal grievances through civil courts instead of utilizing state security agencies.
ECOWAS Court Mandates Nigeria to Pay N10 Million to Journalist Over Assault
The ECOWAS Court of Justice has ordered the Nigerian government to pay N10 million in damages to journalist Jide Oyekunle for his unlawful detention and assault by police during the 2024 #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protests.
ECOWAS Court Orders Nigerian Government to Pay N10 Million in Damages for Assault on Journalist Jide Oyekunle
The ECOWAS Court has ordered the Nigerian government to pay N10 million in damages to journalist Jide Oyekunle for his unlawful detention and the seizure of his property by police during 2024 protests.
DSS Denies Ordering Sowore Remand, Launches Probe Into Court Incident
The DSS has clarified that Omoyele Sowore’s remand in Kuje prison was the result of judicial proceedings, not their agency's intervention, while announcing an investigation into staff conduct during a recent court scuffle.
Tibor Nagy Criticizes Nigerian Authorities Over Denial of Targeted Anti-Christian Violence
Former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Tibor Nagy has accused the Nigerian government of ignoring targeted violence against Christians and attempting to suppress Biafran advocacy in the United States.
DSS initiates inquiry into agent behavior following Sowore incarceration
The Department of State Services is investigating the conduct of its personnel following the controversial remand of activist Omoyele Sowore at Kuje Correctional Centre.
Youth Arise Movement Calls for Sowore’s Release, Criticizes DSS Conduct
The Youth Arise Movement has demanded the immediate release of Omoyele Sowore, criticizing the DSS for alleged intimidation tactics against activists.
Igbo Elders Assert National Integrity Depends on Tolerating Opposing Views
The United Igbo Elders Council has criticized the detention of Omoyele Sowore, arguing that a nation's strength is defined by its respect for dissent and adherence to the rule of law.