Human Rights

Oct
01
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
Bobrisky Audio: VeryDarkMan Bows To Pressure, Apologizes

Bobrisky Audio: VeryDarkMan Bows To Pressure, Apologizes

Gossips, Human Rights, News Flash
BOBRISKY AUDIO: VeryDarkMan bows to pressure, tenders apology Social media personality, Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, has apologised to prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, following his recent defamatory remarks directed at the senior advocate. According to Tribune Online, in a viral audio recording, VeryDarkMan revealed that Bobrisky had alleged that some Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) officers extorted N15 million from him in exchange for dropping money laundering charges against him. Sharing the viral audio, VeryDarkMan, in an Instagram post, claimed that Falana sought a presidential pardon for Bobrisky in exchange for N10 million. The allegation…
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Oct
01
2024
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Independence Day Message To Nigerian Workers From NLC

Independence Day Message To Nigerian Workers From NLC

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Human Rights, Labour, News Flash
Independence Day: NLC Sends Message To Nigerian Workers The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged “downtrodden Nigerians who bear the marks or burden of broken promises, exploitation and corruption not to give up hope on their country.” President of the NLC, Joe Ajaero said this in a statement to workers and Nigerians on independence day on Monday. The statement reads: “On the occasion of Nigeria’s 64th independence anniversary celebration, we congratulate all Nigerians, especially workers for their sacrifice, resilience or robust spirit in spite of serial acts of betrayal of monumental proportions by the political leadership at various times and…
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Sep
29
2024
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Bobrisky Sues VeryDarkMan For N1 Billion Over Defamation Allegation

Bobrisky Sues VeryDarkMan For N1 Billion Over Defamation Allegation

Entertainment, Human Rights, News Flash
Bobrisky Sues VeryDarkMan For ₦1 Billion Over Alleged Defamation Controversial Nigerian crossdresser Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, has taken legal action against social media influencer VeryDarkMan, whose real name is Martins Vincent Otse. A case document published online by Bobrisky shows that he filed a ₦1 billion lawsuit against VeryDarkMan, alleging defamation and damage to his reputation. Bobrisky claims that VeryDarkMan released a recording allegedly generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, which has tarnished his image. Bobrisky’s lawyers have given VeryDarkMan a 24-hour ultimatum to retract his statements and apologize.
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Sep
29
2024
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United Igbo Elders Council Worldwide (UNIEC): Press Release On Acquittal Of “Pro-Biafra Activists.”

United Igbo Elders Council Worldwide (UNIEC): Press Release On Acquittal Of “Pro-Biafra Activists.”

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Human Rights, News Flash
UNITED IGBO ELDERS COUNCILWORLDWIDE (UNIEC). PRESS RELEASE: ACQUITTAL OF "PRO-BIAFRA ACTIVISTS." The United Igbo Elders Council Worldwide (UNIEC) is gladdened by the release of 36 or so Igbo youths in Ebonyi state unjustly labelled "terrorists" and incarcerated for since more than four years for "agitating for Biafra." It is estimated that possibly tens of thousands of Igbo and other Eastern youths were so deliberately profiled and murdered by the last administration in its unjust war against everybody in pursuit of their ethno-religious genocidal goals, with many now still languishing in various dungeons in Nigeria, awaiting their turns in alleged killings…
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Sep
29
2024
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Ondo Students’ Leaders Embrace Peaceful Dialogue, Shun Planned October 1st Nationwide Protest

Ondo Students’ Leaders Embrace Peaceful Dialogue, Shun Planned October 1st Nationwide Protest

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Human Rights, News Flash
Ondo Students’ Leaders To Shun Planned October 1st Nationwide Protest, Embrace Peaceful Dialogue Hon. Kevin Solomon Olaolu, Senior Special Assistant on Student Affairs to Ondo State Governor, His Excellency, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, after extensive consultation and engagement with students’ union leaders and key stakeholders within the state, resolved that Ondo State students will not participate in the planned nationwide protest scheduled for October 1st, 2024. This decision comes after constructive dialogue, during which student leaders acknowledged the ongoing commitment of the Ondo State Government to prioritize student welfare and address their concerns. The SSA on Student Affairs reassured the…
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Sep
25
2024
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Reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Seeks Imprisonment Of Alleged Contemnor For Failing To Comply With Court Order

Reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Seeks Imprisonment Of Alleged Contemnor For Failing To Comply With Court Order

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Human Rights, News Flash, Politics
Reinstated Edo Deputy Governor Seeks Imprisonment Of Alleged Contemnor For Failing To Comply With Court Order A Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled hearing for October 24 in a contempt proceeding initiated by the reinstated Edo Deputy Governor, Phillip Shuaibu against Marvellous Godwins Omobayo, claiming to be the Deputy Governor. Justice James Omotosho chose the date on Tuesday after Shuaibu’s lawyer, Reuben Eguaba drew his attention to a motion by his client seeking Omobayo’s committal to prison for allegedly failing to comply with a subsisting order of the court. Justice Omotosho directed that Omobayo be served with all the…
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Sep
19
2024
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No MORE Stopping To Check Papers – Police Reveal NPF E-CMR Benefits

No MORE Stopping To Check Papers – Police Reveal NPF E-CMR Benefits

Human Rights, News Flash, People Reorientation
‘No More Stopping To Check Papers’, Police Reveal NPF E-CMR Benefits The Nigeria Police Force has highlighted the potential benefits of the Electronic Central Motor Registry innovation aimed at revolutionising how vehicle information is verified and handled on the road. The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, shared the development through a series of social media posts on Thursday, highlighting the ease and efficiency of the “e-policing” innovation. Adejobi said under the leadership of Inspector-General Olukayode Egbetokun, the Electronic Central Motor Registry system has been launched to make roads safer and the policing process smoother. The FPRO said this new…
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Sep
10
2024
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Peter Obi, Wife Was Not Arrested By DSS – Media Adviser

Peter Obi, Wife Was Not Arrested By DSS – Media Adviser

Human Rights, News Flash, Personality
DSS Didn’t Arrest Peter Obi, Wife (Details Emerge) The Media Adviser to Mr. Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, in the 2023 general elections, Mr. Val Obienyem has debunked the rumour making the rounds that the former Anambra State governor was arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS) at his home in Anambra State. In a statement on Tuesday, Obienyem dismissed the report, describing it as false and baseless. He recalled that the rumour first surfaced on Saturday, but was promptly refuted, adding that despite this, the false narrative has continued to spread. According to…
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Sep
10
2024
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NLC President, Joe Ajaero Released On Bail By DSS

NLC President, Joe Ajaero Released On Bail By DSS

Human Rights, Labour, News Flash
DSS Releases NLC President, Joe Ajaero, On Bail The president of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Joe Ajaero, has been released from custody on bail. The development was confirmed by the Omoyele Sowore, the .presidential candidate of the African Action Congress party in a post on social media platform X. It can be recalled that Ajaero was arrested on Monday morning by operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja while en-route to the United Kingdom to attend a conference on workers’ rights and social justice. Reacting to the arrest, the NLC…
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Sep
09
2024
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NLC Threatens Showdown As They Confirm Ajaero’s Arrest

NLC Threatens Showdown As They Confirm Ajaero’s Arrest

Human Rights, News Flash
NLC Confirms Ajaero’s Arrest, Threatens Showdown The Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, has accused security operatives of abducting its President, Joe Ajaero, and forcefully whisking him away without a warrant. Recall that GISTSMATE MEDIA had reported Ajaero’s arrest at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport this morning. Following the arrest, the NLC alerted all its affiliates, state councils, and Nigerian workers, urging them to remain vigilant and on high alert. The NLC in a statement by its Head Media/Information, Benson Upah, described the arrest as “an unmistakable demonstration of the height of lawlessness being perpetuated by the Nigerian government and its agencies…
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