Human rights commission seeks forensic examination, preservation of evidence and transparent investigation into deaths of suspected artisanal miners arrested in…
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NSCDC Launches Probe Into Deaths of Suspected Illegal Miners in Niger State
By Usman Gambo Minna, Niger State — September 18, 2026 The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has commenced…
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NHRC RECORDS 297,943 HUMAN RIGHTS COMPLAINTS IN AUGUST AS INSECURITY, HATE SPEECH, POLITICAL VIOLENCE RAISE CONCERNS
Human rights watchdog demands investigations into killings, prosecution of alleged inciters and stronger protection of civic space ahead of the…
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Man Stabs Islamic Cleric After Friday Prayers in Sokoto; Suspect Killed by Followers, Police Investigate
Tensions reportedly trace back to an earlier sermon considered offensive to the parents of Prophet Muhammad, as protests disrupt parts…
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Alleged Peter Obi’s Convoy Over Attack in Benue: Police Arrest 46
46 suspects paraded as police probe highway blockade; key youth leaders allegedly being traced amid rising political tensions ahead of…
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NHRC Raises Alarm Over Compromised Official X Account, Disowns Posts From @ephesus_lib
Human Rights Commission warns public, partners and media against unauthorised statements as it moves to regain control of official social…
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Abducted Kwara Monarch Regains Freedom: Kabiyesi Onigbesi of Igbesi, Oba Moses Oyinloye Iwedunmoye I, Released by Armed Bandits
By Angela Unigbe ILORIN, Kwara State — Friday, August 28, 2026: The Kabiyesi Onigbesi of Igbesi land, Oba Moses Oyinloye…
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Alaafin of Oyo Declares “Yeye Atayese Oniyemoja of Oyo Land” Title Conferred on Brazilian Worshipper Null and Void
The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade I, says the chieftaincy title granted to Brazilian national Paola Almeida Ferreira…
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NHRC Records 354,997 Complaints in July as Child Sexual Violence, Digital Abuse Raise Fresh Human Rights Concerns
Human rights violations are increasingly moving from streets and institutions to digital platforms, while the NHRC warns that hate speech,…
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NHRC Demands Arrest, Prosecution of Sheikh Jingir Over Alleged Hate Speech Ahead of 2027
Human rights commission says cleric’s alleged religiously divisive remarks threaten equality, peaceful coexistence and Nigeria’s already fragile electoral environment. By…
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