Ms Tinubu made the call in her New Year message on Wednesday, urging Nigerians to show love, respect, and understanding toward one another.
President of the Nigerian Bar Association, Afam Osigwe, says he will intensify advocacy for preserving the rule of law and human rights in 2025.
Attacks on Nigerian citizens arising from their social media comments have intensified under President Bola Tinubu
“The policemen who demanded money before they could attend to the case have been arrested and kept in detention for disciplinary action,” said Mr Adejobi.
Mr Osigwe urged the lawyers to “cherish the triumphs we’ve achieved together as a Bar and humbly learn from the challenges that have tested our resolve.”
An 18-year-old teenager, Fatiyah Abdulhakeem, was confirmed dead in the custody of the police command in Niger.
The command asked residents to refrain from using bangers, citing potential fire outbreaks and panic.
After count one was read to Adewale, he pleaded guilty. When the registrar read count two, the defendant said, “I pleaded guilty with reason.”
Justice Liman ordered the police chief to charge Mr Achakpo to court or release him on bail unconditionally within 48 hours.
Jimoh Adetunji Abdulquadri’s family is urging state and federal authorities to intervene to ensure justice.
