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Lawyer Claims Professor Aghaji’s Arrest Highlights Political Bias in Nnamdi Kanu Case
Barrister Christopher Chidera asserts that the arrest of Emeritus Professor Martin Aghaji, who challenged official medical reports on Nnamdi Kanu, exposes the political nature of the IPOB leader's ongoing detention.
Nigeria Demands Justice Following Murders of Nationals in South Africa
The Nigerian government has demanded that South African authorities urgently investigate and prosecute the officers and criminals responsible for the recent murders of several Nigerian nationals.
Nigerian Government Denounces Killings of Citizens in South Africa, Seeks Legal Recourse
Nigeria has demanded a thorough investigation into the recent killings of its citizens in South Africa and expressed frustration over xenophobic rhetoric.
Husband claims police surrendered his wife to a fatal mob
A husband accuses police of handing his innocent wife to a lynch mob in Kaduna, contradicting official claims that officers were simply overpowered by the crowd.
Sunday Digest: Top 10 Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers
This morning's summary covers major updates across Nigeria, including security developments in Kogi and Ekiti, President Tinubu's infrastructure initiatives in Borno, and an investigation request from Amnesty International.
Ifeanyi Ejiofor Demands Tangible Action from Nigerian Government for Citizens in South Africa
Human rights lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor is pushing the Nigerian government to take stronger diplomatic and legal steps to protect its citizens from persistent xenophobic violence in South Africa.
Osun State University Criticizes Army Over Handling of Assault Allegations
Osun State University has clashed with the Nigerian Army over an investigation into alleged assaults on students, criticizing the military for demanding that victims testify directly before an internal board.
Intersociety Report Links Jihadist Violence to Over 3,550 Deaths in Nigeria
A report from the Intersociety rights group claims that jihadist violence in Nigeria resulted in 3,550 deaths and 3,950 abductions during the first half of 2026.
Nigeria summons Ivory Coast envoy following prison death of citizen
Minister Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu has demanded compensation from the Ivorien government after a Nigerian citizen died in an Abidjan prison following an extended period of detention without trial.
Omoyele Sowore Claims Persecution Over Anti-Corruption Stance
African Action Congress presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore claims his recent legal battles are a form of retaliation by the ruling class for his stance against corruption.