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Omoyele Sowore Allegedly Injured During Arrest by DSS Agents
Supporters of Omoyele Sowore claim DSS operatives injured the activist while taking him into custody despite a court order remanding him to a correctional facility.
United Nations Report Finds Myanmar Military Responsible for Over 700 Civilian Deaths
A UN report states that Myanmar's military killed at least 702 civilians over a six-month period, highlighting air strikes as the main cause of suffering amid a worsening humanitarian crisis.
Ibadan Catholic Bishops Oppose Reintegration of Reformed Bandits
Catholic Bishops in Ibadan are calling for an end to the reintegration of repentant bandits, arguing that such programs favor criminals over victims and undermine national security.
Public Outcry Follows Court Decision to Remand Omoyele Sowore in Kuje Prison
Activists and members of the public are speaking out after the Abuja Federal High Court remanded Omoyele Sowore to Kuje prison amid his ongoing defamation case against President Bola Tinubu.
Amnesty International Calls for Inquiry into Kaduna Islamic Teacher’s Death
Amnesty International is urging police to investigate allegations that officers facilitated the mob killing of an Islamic teacher in Kaduna State.
UN and EU issue warnings over potential mass atrocities in Sudan’s El Obeid
The UN and EU have demanded that the RSF halt its offensive in El Obeid, Sudan, fearing a recurrence of the mass atrocities witnessed in El Fasher.
UK to Deploy AI Age-Estimation Software at Borders Starting Next Year
The UK government is set to introduce AI-driven facial analysis at its borders in 2027 to identify adult migrants masquerading as children, a move supported by the Home Office but heavily criticized by human rights advocates.
Activist Justice Crack Alleges Abduction and Torture by DIA Operatives
Activist Justice Crack alleges he was abducted and tortured by DIA operatives disguised as DSS agents, claiming his life was saved only after public intervention.
Justice Chidiebere Speaks Out Following Release from DSS Detention
Social media activist Justice Chidiebere has issued a statement thanking his supporters and clarifying his intentions following his release from DSS custody as he prepares to continue his cybercrime trial.
Pink Dot Hong Kong Festival Scrapped Following Venue Cancellation
Organizers of Hong Kong's Pink Dot LGBTQ festival have cancelled this year's event after their venue provider withdrew, marking the second consecutive year of cancellation.