The Aiyetoro community is in turmoil following the demolition of homes, which has left many residents homeless and distraught. The demolition, which took place without prior notice, has been met with fierce protests from the affected families. “We were not given any warning,” said Mr. Adewale, a long-time resident of Aiyetoro. “One day we had Read More…
In a recent conference held by the Trade Union Congress (TUC) in London, the Nigerian government faced accusations of human rights abuses. The allegations were made by the TUC leader, who claimed that Nigeria had violated human rights. However, the Nigerian government has categorically denied these claims, stating that they are unfounded and based on Read More…
THE on-going right wing shifts in European parliamentary elections give the impression that there are seismic shifts in the plates of its politics. Please don’t worry yourself. There are no possibilities of earthquakes. These are mere rumblings in the belly of its body politic. It is said that Europe’s far-right gained historic grounds in the elections, but the lesson for us Read More…
On February 15, 2024, the Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, sparked controversy with his announcement to “clear” homeless communities residing under bridges across the city. The Governor, quoted by The Guardian on February 16, 2024, cited concerns about aesthetics, security, and traffic congestion as motivating factors, stating: “We cannot allow people to turn under Read More…
Italy’s highest appeals court has delivered a landmark ruling, deeming the practice of returning sea migrants to Libya unlawful, a decision celebrated by charitable organisations and human rights advocates. The Court of Cassation affirmed the conviction of the captain of an Italian towboat, Asso 28, who, in 2018, rescued 101 migrants from a rubber dinghy Read More…
Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) Mr. Femi Falana has criticised the police for their inhumane treatment of lawyers and the general public. Falana, a human rights activist, expressed his dismay during a protest in Lagos where hundreds of lawyers gathered to denounce the alleged brutality by the Lagos State Police Command personnel. The peaceful protest Read More…
Tensions arise between South Africa and Morocco as they vie for the presidency of the United Nations’ top human rights body, with South Africa accusing Rabat of rights violations in Western Sahara, questioning its credibility to lead the council. According to diplomats, the U.N. Human Rights Council faces an unprecedented situation, lacking a president at Read More…
As 2023 was marching its way into history, futurologists are busy decoding the cryptic signs of the times. Many people are wondering what the future holds. The times are hard. The old year had all but overstretched whatever elasticity the mood of Nigerians, famously tagged the happiest people on earth, could boast of. The villages Read More…
Venezuelan Special Envoy and Ambassador to the African Union, Alex Nain Saab Morán, who, against the established diplomatic practice of immunity, had been illegally detained in Cape Verde for sixteen months and in the United States for two years, was freed on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. He was exchanged for ten American prisoners in Venezuela who Read More…
In a significant development, the United Nations (UN) and the African Union (AU) signed a novel human rights agreement aimed at fortifying their partnership. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and AU Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat finalised this accord during the seventh high-level dialogue in New York. The latest pact, focusing on human rights, follows earlier Read More…
