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Sowore Released After 48 Hours in Police Custody
Popular Nigerian activist and politician, Omoyele Sowore, has been released by the police after spending 48 hours in detention. Sowore, known for his strong stance...
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Why Sowore Is Still in Custody – Abuja CP
The Nigeria Police Force has explained that detained human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, is still in custody because he refused...
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Lawyer Faults Sowore’s Detention, Says Alleged Offences Are Bailable
Human rights lawyer, Maduabuchi Idam, has condemned the detention of activist and politician, Omoyele Sowore, describing it as unlawful and a violation of his...
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Sowore’s Right Hand Broken in Police Custody – Aide
There is growing concern over the safety of Omoyele Sowore, former presidential candidate and publisher of Sahara Reporters, after reports emerged that a team...
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Pregnant Woman, 2 Kids Held 20 Days Without Charge in Anambra
A family in Anambra State is calling for help after a pregnant woman and her two young children were allegedly detained for over 20...
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Newark Mayor Arrested at Migrant Detention Protest
Mayor of Newark, New Jersey’s largest city, Ras Baraka, was arrested on Friday during a protest at a migrant detention facility, sparking political tension...
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Farotimi Vows to Sue Over Detention
Human rights lawyer and activist, Dele Farotimi, has vowed to take legal action against those responsible for his arrest and detention over a now-withdrawn...
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Falana Assembles Legal Team to Challenge 1993 Detention, Trial by Babangida Regime
Renowned Nigerian human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), has vowed to challenge what he describes as the “malicious” detention and...
