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Anambra stakeholders are expressing concern over the rising rate of kidnappings in the state, despite an increase in security checkpoints. Various groups, including CSOs and politicians, have raised alarm over the growing crime rate.
Nigeria's human rights scorecard has been criticized by the Nigerian Bar Association, which condemned the use of remand orders as a tool for harm. The NBA President, Afam Osigwe, made this statement in response to concerns over arbitrary detention practices.
The Okuama community in Delta State, Nigeria, is in turmoil after the deaths of two prominent leaders, with tensions running high following the second leader's death in military custody. The 81-year-old treasurer, Dennis Okugbaye, was among those detained by security forces.
Nigeria's media repression has sparked warnings from the Nigerian Guild of Editors and Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, two prominent organizations calling for an end to press freedom suppression. The guild and project have raised alarm over growing restrictions on free expression in the country.
