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Nigerian Army recovers body of abducted community leader in Imo state
Troops under Operation UDO KA have exhumed the body of Chief Ibe Anyadu from a shallow grave in Umudike Forest following the arrest of suspects involved in his murder.
Funeral Director Jailed for 20 Years After Failing to Bury Remains
Robert Bush has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after police discovered dozens of unburied bodies and unidentified ashes at his funeral home in Hull.
Two Individuals Sentenced to Death for Killing Delta State University Student
A Delta State High Court has sentenced two men to death for the 2018 murder of university student Elozino Ogege, while acquitting a third defendant.
Lagos State authorities take action following reported harassment of widow
Lagos authorities have intervened to support a widow facing intimidation and property seizure after the passing of her husband, resulting in the arrest of a suspect.
Rights Group Demands End to Police Targeting of Onitsha Market Traders
Intersociety has petitioned the Inspector General of Police to stop the ongoing harassment and unlawful arrests of traders at the Ozomagana Building Materials Market, arguing that a civil lease dispute is being improperly criminalized.
Family of Slain University of Jos Graduate Calls for Legal Action Against Suspects
The sister of late University of Jos graduate Ibrahim Pilasar Mbaya is demanding justice, calling for the suspects involved in his alleged mob killing to face severe legal consequences.
Bode George and Funso Doherty Mark 20 Years Since the Death of Funso Williams
Political figures Bode George and Funso Doherty commemorated the 20th anniversary of the unsolved murder of Funso Williams, renewing demands for justice and discussing the regression of democratic opposition in Nigeria.
British Funeral Director Faces Prison Following Massive Scandal
A former UK funeral director is facing sentencing after admitting to 67 offenses, including the mishandling of 31 bodies and the fraudulent distribution of ashes.
SOKAPU Disagrees with Cultural Claims Regarding Mary Habila Autopsy
The Southern Kaduna Peoples United Associations is calling for an autopsy into the death of Mary Habila at Minister Dave Umahi’s residence, rejecting claims that local culture forbids the procedure.
Senator Sola Akinyede Calls for Radical Structural Reform in Nigeria’s Judiciary
Former Senator Sola Akinyede argues that Nigeria's judicial system requires radical structural reform to address deep-seated corruption, suggesting that centralized power within the National Judicial Council must be dismantled to restore public trust.