Human Rights

The International Human Rights Commission–Relief Fund Trust (IHRC-RFT) Nigeria has strongly condemned the mob killing of Malama Ummulkhairi in Mararraban Jos, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, describing the …

The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has condemned the alleged assault and manhandling of human rights activist and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, by security operatives …

The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) on Wednesday unveiled the “Make It Count” Project, a new initiative aimed at strengthening independent media, promoting human rights reporting, …

It was an emotional scene on Tuesday at the Coroner’s Court investigating the death of Mr Pelumi Onifade, a young journalist with Gboah TV, who was reportedly shot and arrested …

The Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Jigawa State Command, has provided financial assistance and relief materials to 20 widows as part of activities marking the 2026 International Widows’ Day. The …

The Centre for Human Rights and Social Advancement (CEFSAN) has strongly condemned the continued detention and prosecution of human rights activist Omoyele Sowore following proceedings at the Federal High Court …

The National Coordinator of the Police Retired Officers Forum (PROF), retired Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) Raphael Irowainu, has announced 29 June 2026 as the date for a fresh protest …

Residents of Tudun Tukare Tsohuwa Community in Jibia Local Government Area of Katsina State have expressed concern over the compensation being paid for houses and plots of land affected by …

The Centre for Information Technology and Development has said that persons with disabilities in Nigeria continue to encounter significant barriers in accessing digital services despite legal provisions guaranteeing their rights. …

As Nigeria joins Africa to mark the Day of the African Child 2026, riverine communities in Rivers State and the Niger Delta are sounding a clear alarm: ‘Children cannot learn, …