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Rights

October 23, 2023

Gaza fuel supply set to run out in three days: UNRWA

The UN agency that assists Palestine refugees, UNRWA, will run out of fuel in three days, putting the humanitarian response in Gaza at risk.

Gaza destruction
October 21, 2023

Lagos court convicts 19 residents for illegal waste disposal

The convicts were order to carry out community services involving cleaning, grass cutting, and sweeping of the Oshodi/Isolo local government community.

Waste dump (Credit: Guardian)
October 21, 2023

Labour alleges plan by INEC to frustrate Reps member Amobi Ogah’s appeal

Amobi Ogah of Labour Party contested and won the House of Representatives seat for Isikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency of Abia.

Amobi Ogah (credit: ben TV)
October 20, 2023

Protesters storm Lekki Tollgate for EndSARS memorial

The peaceful walk, led by skit maker Adebowale Adebayo, also known as Mr Macaroni, witnessed heavy security presence.

#EndSARS protest used to illustrate the story
October 20, 2023

Nigerian Bar Association needs overhaul, says ex-chairman

”The NBA can no longer be effective with its current structure…(there’s) the need to set up new structures.”

Lawyers at NBA Conference (Credit: Daily Trust)
October 20, 2023

Three years after, arrested #EndSARS protesters still languishing in Lagos prison: Amnesty

“Three years in detention without trial is a travesty of justice. This shows the authorities’ contempt for due process of law.”

#EndSARs Protesters
October 20, 2023

EndSARS: Nigerians to commemorate third anniversary of Lekki Tollgate massacre

According to the flyer, buses will be available at the Oriental Hotel for those who wish to join the “peaceful walk.” The commemoration is slated for 10:00 a.m.

#EndSARS protest used to illustrate the story
October 20, 2023

Committee seeks review of Child Rights Act to meet current realities

The National Child Rights Implementation Committee (NCRIC) has called for a review of the Child Rights Act (CRA) to meet the current realities in Nigeria.

Children in Nigeria
October 20, 2023

Reps ask Tinubu’s government to ban educational materials on LGBT in schools

The legislators urged the education ministry and NERC to review and censor the content of educational materials used in nursery and primary schools.

Tajudeen Abbas, Educational material, President Bola Tinubu
October 20, 2023

Delta: Police to arraign school proprietor for raping four-year-old girl

The proprietor of Great Leaders International School in Agbor-Obi, in Delta, has been arrested for raping a four-year-old girl.

Wale Abass