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Former Iranian female soccer players attain Australian citizenship
Two Iranian female footballers who sought asylum after protesting their national anthem have been granted Australian citizenship.
Violence erupts during anti-migrant protest in South Africa injuring three
Three foreign nationals were injured and 80 people arrested after an anti-migrant protest in South Africa turned violent, prompting renewed calls for government intervention.
Kanu family claims DSS and Medical Council are targeting his private doctors
The family of Nnamdi Kanu has accused the DSS and the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria of harassing his independent medical team, demanding an end to the intimidation of his doctors.
Legal Expert Challenges Security Agencies to Match DSS Compensation Model
Attorney Hamza Dantani is advocating for the Police, Army, and EFCC to establish victim compensation programs modeled after the DSS policy to address wrongful arrests and rights violations.
Ugandan opposition aide reappears in video after year-long disappearance
A video of a gaunt Sam Mugumya has appeared online, sparking accusations from family and activists that the Ugandan government is responsible for the opposition aide's year-long disappearance.
Amnesty International Urges Investigation into Unlawful Detentions at Borno’s Giwa Barracks
Amnesty International demands that the Nigerian military charge or release civilians held indefinitely at Giwa Barracks, citing evidence of arbitrary arrests and extortion.
Accord Party Claims IGP Directed Unlawful Detention of Member in Osun
An Accord Party representative claims the Inspector-General of Police is ordering the indefinite detention of a campaign member despite a lack of evidence.
Femi Falana Demands Thorough Investigation into Mary Habila’s Death
Legal practitioner Femi Falana is calling for a transparent federal investigation into the suspicious death of Mary Habila, a domestic staff member for Minister Dave Umahi.
Adeleke Campaign Reports Police Misconduct to Human Rights Commission Before Osun Election
The Adeleke Campaign Organisation has filed a petition with the NHRC, accusing the police of bias and human rights abuses ahead of the Osun governorship election.
Human rights groups demand that National Assembly drop restrictive legislation
A global coalition of human rights groups has urged the Nigerian National Assembly to withdraw several bills they argue would suppress civic space, limit free speech, and impose undue executive control over non-governmental organizations.