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Human Rights
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US official calls on Nigeria to enhance safety for Christian populations
U.S. official Frank Garcia has urged the Nigerian government to prioritize the protection of Christian communities and the safe return of displaced persons following high-level security and trade meetings in Abuja.
Middle Belt Forum Accuses Nigerian Government of Neglecting Kidnapped Students and Teachers
The Middle Belt Forum has urged the Nigerian government to intensify rescue efforts for forgotten students and teachers abducted in various communities, condemning the disparity in national attention compared to recent cases in Oyo State.
Iranian authorities extend British prisoner’s sentence by two years
A British man imprisoned in Iran on spying charges has had his sentence extended by two years for speaking to the media, according to his family.
Iranian authorities execute individual linked to January anti-government protests
Iran has executed Mohammad Amini Dehaghani for his participation in anti-government protests, citing charges of war against God and destruction of public property.
Kenyan High Court Rejects Rastafarian Petition to Legalize Cannabis
Kenya's High Court has ruled against a Rastafarian group's attempt to legalize cannabis, citing a lack of proof that drug laws violate their constitutional rights.
UK Establishes New Office for British Citizens Detained Internationally
The UK government has appointed Alistair Burt as the first Envoy for Complex Consular Detentions to better support British nationals held in difficult circumstances abroad.
UK Establishes Envoy Position to Assist Citizens Detained Abroad
The UK government has appointed former Foreign Office Minister Alistair Burt as the first Envoy for Complex Consular Detentions to better support British citizens held overseas.
Family claims British man in Iranian prison receives two-year sentence extension
Family members report that Craig Foreman, a British national imprisoned in Iran, has had his 10-year sentence extended by two years for communicating with the media from his cell.
Two individuals executed in Iran over Islamic State ties
Iranian authorities executed Mohiyodin Abdollahi and Hossein Palani following convictions for their membership in the Islamic State and plotting terrorist activities.
Mother of Journalist Killed During #EndSARS Protests Seeks Release of Body After Six Years
Bosede Onifade, mother of journalist Pelumi Onifade who died during the 2020 #EndSARS protests, is pleading with authorities to release his body for burial following a successful DNA identification.