Human Rights

Dec
02
2024
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By Abia ThinkTank
I Never Knew You Begged Abacha Not To Kill Me – Obasanjo Replies Gowon

I Never Knew You Begged Abacha Not To Kill Me – Obasanjo Replies Gowon

Human Rights, News Flash
I Never Knew You Begged Abacha Not To Kill Me – Obasanjo Replies Gowon Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has replied Ex-Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (rtd.), who said that he (Gowon) pleaded with the late General Sani Abacha not to execute him. Obasanjo was one of those imprisoned by the regime of Abacha over an alleged coup plot to overthrow Abacha. Interdenominational Unity Christmas Carols and Praise Festival at 10 Commandments Prayer Altar in Du, Jos South LGA of the state, at the weekend, Gowon said he pleaded with Abacha to spare Obasanjo. Aside from Gowon and Obasanjo, Plateau…
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Dec
01
2024
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Nnamdi Kanu, We Know, Simon Ekpa, We Don’t – Ohanaeze Ndigbo

Nnamdi Kanu, We Know, Simon Ekpa, We Don’t – Ohanaeze Ndigbo

Human Rights, News Flash, South East
Nnamdi Kanu, We Know, Simon Ekpa, We Don’t – Ohanaeze Ndigbo The Ohaneze Ndi Igbo has said that the group does not recognise Simon Ekpa as the leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The group also confirmed that it only recognizes Nnamdi Kanu, who has been in detention as the IPOB leader. The Vice President of Ohaneze Ndi Igbo Worldwide, Chief Damian Okeke-Ogene, at a press conference said that it will listen to Kanu and support him to ensure his release. Describing Kanu as an Igbo son, the group said it expects the IPOB leader would identify his…
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Nov
30
2024
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Court Throws Out Bobrisky’s N200 Million Rights Suits Against EFCC

Court Throws Out Bobrisky’s N200 Million Rights Suits Against EFCC

News Flash, Human Rights, Judiciary
Court Throws Out Bobrisky’s N200 Million Rights Suit Against EFCC The Federal High Court in Lagos State has struck out a fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by crossdresser, Okuneye Idris Olanrewaju, also known as Bobrisky, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). In a judgment delivered on Thursday, November 28, 2024, Justice Alexander Owoeye ruled that Bobrisky’s claims of rights violations lacked merit, citing insufficient evidence to justify the reliefs sought. Bobrisky had asked the court for a perpetual injunction to restrain the EFCC from harassing, arresting, or detaining him. He also sought N200 million in damages for alleged…
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Nov
27
2024
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Abia State First Lady Mrs. Priscilla Otti Paid Courtesy And Advocacy Visit To Abia State CP Danladi Isa In Commemoration Of The 16 Days Of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Abia State First Lady Mrs. Priscilla Otti Paid Courtesy And Advocacy Visit To Abia State CP Danladi Isa In Commemoration Of The 16 Days Of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence

Abia State, Good Governance, Human Rights, News Flash
Yesterday, 26/11/2024 Her Excellency, the First Lady of Abia State, Mrs. Priscilla Otti, alongside her entourage, paid a courtesy and advocacy visit to the Commissioner of Police, Abia State, CP Danladi Isa, in commemoration of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The entourage included the wife of the Deputy Governor, Mrs. Adeze Emetu, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, the Commissioner for Poverty Alleviation and Special Protection, and three Special Advisers. During the visit, Her Excellency warmly welcomed the Commissioner of Police to the state and expressed her gratitude for his efforts in combating crime and ensuring the safety…
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Nov
25
2024
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I’m Just A Content Creator, The Issue Of Prime Minister Of Biafra Is Not Serious – Simon Ekpa Tells Finland Court

I’m Just A Content Creator, The Issue Of Prime Minister Of Biafra Is Not Serious – Simon Ekpa Tells Finland Court

Crime, Foreign Affairs, Human Rights, Judiciary
I Am Just A Content Creator, The Issue Of Prime Minister Of Biafra Is Not Serious — Simon Ekpa Tells Finland Court Simon Ekpa, a self-proclaimed Prime Minister of the Biafra Republic Government in exile, has denied allegations of sponsoring terrorism in Nigeria. Appearing before a Finnish court in the Päijät-Häme district on November 21, Ekpa described his involvement with the Biafra movement as a “mere joke” and insisted he is primarily a content creator. The Finnish Central Criminal Police arrested Ekpa in Lahti, Finland, as part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of public incitement to commit a crime…
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Nov
23
2024
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Why Simon Ekpa Was Arrested By Finnish Authorities – FGN

Why Simon Ekpa Was Arrested By Finnish Authorities – FGN

Crime, FGN, Foreign Affairs, Human Rights, News Flash
Why Simon Ekpa Was Arrested By Finnish Authorities – FG The Nigerian Government has said the arrest of Simon Ekpa, a Nigerian-Finnish citizen and a leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) followed sustained diplomatic pressure on Finland, to take action against his activities, linked to violence and instability in the South-East of Nigeria. Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said this while confirming the arrest of Simon Ekpa by the Finnish authorities in a statement issued on Friday. The ministry, this in a statement by Kimiebi Ebienfa, the Acting Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, on Friday…
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Nov
19
2024
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Banditry Report: Matawalle Sues Journalists, Demands N60 Billion Damages

Banditry Report: Matawalle Sues Journalists, Demands N60 Billion Damages

Human Rights, Judiciary, News Flash
Banditry Report: Matawalle Sues Journalists, Demands N60 Billion Damages The Minister of State for Defense, Bello Matawalle, has sued two prominent northern journalists, Shu’aibu Mungadi and Tijjani Ramalan, for alleged defamation and malicious reportage. The former governor, in the suit marked K/M2102/2024, dated October 25 and sighted by our correspondent on Sunday, is seeking N10bn in general damages in his favour against each of the six defendants in addition to 10 per cent post-judgment interest of the entire judgment sum until fully liquidated. Other defendants in the suit are the employers of the two journalists, Vision Media Services Ltd, Vision…
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Nov
08
2024
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Assault: Bolt Driver Makes U-Turn, Begs Reps Member, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh

Assault: Bolt Driver Makes U-Turn, Begs Reps Member, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh

Human Rights, News Flash, Politics
Assault: Bolt Driver Makes U-turn, Begs Reps Member, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh An e-hailing driver, Stephen Abuwatseya has apologised to the House of Representatives member representing ABA North/South of Abia State in the National Assembly, Alex Ikwechegh who assaulted him after an altercation occurred during a package delivery. In a video statement released to the press on Thursday, Abuwatseya expressed regret for provoking Ikwechegh and asked Nigerians for forgiveness. He also urged everyone to move on from the incident. He stated, “Good day, Nigerians. My name is Stephen Abuwatseya. I had a misunderstanding with Rt. Hon. Alex Mascot Ikwechegh a few…
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Nov
04
2024
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#EndBadGovernance: President Tinubu Orders Release Of All Detained Minors

#EndBadGovernance: President Tinubu Orders Release Of All Detained Minors

FGN, Human Rights, News Flash
(#EndBadGovernance): President Tinubu Orders Release Of All Detained Minors President Bola Tinubu has ordered the release of all minors detained for their alleged involvement in the #EndBadGovernance protests in August. The president’s reaction follows criticisms of the treatment of the minors after three of them and an adult fainted while being prosecuted in court last week in Abuja. The presidential directive was disclosed by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, on Monday while briefing State House correspondents after meeting with the president. “The president has directed the immediate release of all the minors that have been arrested…
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Oct
28
2024
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Reps Member Alex Mascot Ikwechegh In Police Custody For Assaulting Bolt Driver

Reps Member Alex Mascot Ikwechegh In Police Custody For Assaulting Bolt Driver

Abia State, Crime, Human Rights, National Assembly, News Flash
Reps Member Alex Mascot Ikwechegh In Police Custody For Assaulting Bolt Driver The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested a lawmaker for assaulting a driver in the nation’s capital. Police spokesperson for the Command, Josephine Adeh, confirmed that Alex Mascot Ikwechegh “is at the Maitama Police Station undergoing questioning”. In a statement on Monday, the Command said the Bolt driver Stephen Abuwatseya reported the matter to the Command. In a now-viral video, the House of Representatives member was seen slapping the Bolt driver. Ikwechegh represents Aba North & South Federal Constituency in the Green Chamber on the platform…
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