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Rights

May 3, 2023

World Press Freedom Day: MRA tasks govt on adequate protection of journalists

The group said by strengthening the right to freedom of expression, the government could ensure a future where all other human rights are adequately protected and respected in Nigeria.

Nigerian Journalists used to illustrate the story
May 3, 2023

I won’t tolerate misconduct, rights abuses by police, PSC boss Arase assures

Mr Arase said that the commission would strive to curtail the culture of excesses by engaging the police and the public.

Peter Gad and Solomon Arase
May 3, 2023

Organ Trafficking: Senate seeks clemency for Ekweremadu ahead of UK sentencing

Mr Ekweremadu, wife and a doctor were convicted of organ trafficking, in the first verdict of its kind under the Modern Slavery Act.

Ike Ekweremadu, Nigerian Senate
May 3, 2023

Arbitration: FG to react to ASUU’s request May 11

The federal government will react to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU)’s request for arbitration on May 11.

Emmanuel Osodeke and Chris Ngige
May 3, 2023

Ex-Minneapolis cop Thao found guilty in George Floyd’s murder

Tou Thao, the ex-cop who held back bystanders while other officers pinned down George Floyd, has been convicted of aiding and abetting manslaughter.

FLOYD PINNED DOWN BY COPS
May 3, 2023

Nigerian passport among best worldwide; corrupt officials undermining issuance: Aregbesola

“One of the challenges facing NIS as regards passport application are the few corrupt officials of the service who are undermining the efforts of the service.”

Minister of Interior Rauf Aregbesola and Nigerian International Passport
May 3, 2023

President-elect Tinubu urged to focus on electricity

ARECON) has urged President-elect Bola Tinubu to pay extra attention to the sector’s electricity projects and challenges.

LIT LANTERN IN DARKNESS
May 3, 2023

Zuba Housing Estate: ‘Promise of change fulfilled’, says Buhari

“I convey my hearty congratulations to the new homeowners in this estate. Our promise of change has been fulfilled for you,” stated Mr Buhari.

President Muhammadu Buhari at Zuba House Estate
May 3, 2023

World Press Freedom Day: Buhari says Nigerian journalists are free

NAN”We have ensured that Nigerian journalists have had unfettered freedom to practice their art, and on this occasion of World Press Freedom Day, we recommit to that resolution.”

John Adenekan and IGP Usman Baba