Sunday, November 8, 2026

Rights

May 7, 2024

Kano: Gov Yusuf signs premarital health screening bill into law

No wedding would be permitted in Kano without a health screening certificate for genotype, hepatitis B and C, HIV/AIDS, and other related conditions.

May 7, 2024

Husband fled home, marriage when rent was due, court hears

“She moved into another house and paid the rent. Anytime I am home, it’s a quarrel, no peace,” Mr defendant said. 

Marriage
May 7, 2024

SPECIAL: Defying anti-torture statutes, Nigerian military, law enforcement deploy brutality to extract coerced confessions

An investigation by The Gazette into cases involving multiple security and law enforcement bodies across Nigeria has found widespread brutality and manipulated justice.

A composite photo of the Nigerian army, Okachi's bloodshot eyes, bruised body, and police
May 6, 2024

Jurist seeks increased salaries for lower court judges

The Citizens Support for Lower Court Initiative has called for increased remuneration for lower court judges.

Judges
May 6, 2024

UN stresses press freedom importance as Israel clamps down on Al Jazeera

Al Jazeera decried the Israeli decision and vowed to pursue “all avenues” available to protect its rights and employees.

Israeli Soliders and Aljazeera office
May 6, 2024

Committee to Protect Journalists, Reporters Without Borders upbraid Israel for shutting Al Jazeera

Israel had accused Al Jazeera of carrying out propaganda for the Islamist Hamas, against which Israel is waging war in the Gaza Strip.

CPJ; RSF; AL JAZEERA; NETANYAHU
May 4, 2024

Online editors seek press freedom, rights, safety of journalists

“Online Editors (ACOE) emphasise the challenges that journalists face in carrying out their vital work.”

Association of Corporate Online Editors
May 3, 2024

UNESCO chief restates commitment to press freedom 

Ms Azoulay said the 2024 theme highlighted the essential link between protecting freedom of expression—a global public good—and preserving the planet.

May 3, 2024

I don’t love my husband of 26 years anymore, divorce-seeking housewife tells court

She said she no longer loved her husband and begged the court to dissolve the marriage.

Court