Tony Ojukwu
15 Nov
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), yesterday, said it received a total of 427,606 complaints of human rights violation in October 2024, from its 38 offices nationwide.
30 Aug
The accusations and counter accusations bordering on criminality between the Police and the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) can be better managed than confusing the issues to heat the polity unduly. Both parties must play by the rules.
8 Aug
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for thorough investigation into the killing of a 16- year- old boy, Isma’il Muhammad in Zaria during the #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria protest. The commission expressed deep concerns over the killing, during the 24-hour curfew imposed to curtail the #EndBGovernanceinNigeria protest in Zaria, Kaduna State. The Executive Secretary of the…
26 Jul
Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in a distressing verdict have said Nigeria is tilting towards the Rwandan experience of genocide as individuals are killed on the basis of ethnic and religious sentiments.
7 Jun
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is set to assess the impact of President Ahmed Bola Tinubu's ongoing economic reforms on the increasing incidences of human rights violations in Nigeria. The commission announced this at the public presentation of the May human rights dashboard on Friday at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. During the presentation,…
27 May
The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Dr. Tony Ojukwu, SAN. has expressed concern over the alarming and continuous rise in cases of violations of the rights of children across the country. Ojukwu said the disturbing trend underscores an urgent need for a renewed commitment from all facets of society to protect…
2 May
Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Tony Ojukwu, has sought improved working conditions for workers.In a statement to commemorate the 2024 International Workers Day
9 Mar
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised the alarm over the increasing rate of child abandonment in Nigeria, saying that it received 339 complaints concerning the issue in February 2024.
2 Jan
It’s really worrisome that the number of people who can’t access justice is quite enormous. It’s very disturbing despite the fact that the constitution makes provision to assist people who cannot ordinarily afford legal representation.
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Akinyemi Akinyinka, General Manager of the Oyo State Fire Service, has raised the alarm that hoodlums took advantage of the fire incident at the popular spare parts market “Iso Part” at Agodi in the state capital. Goods worth millions of naira and property were destroyed in the market during the fire outbreak. Akinyinka stated that…
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The Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria, comprising journalists from print, broadcast, and online platforms, has reelected Mojeed Alabi, Lead, Development Desk of The Premium Times, as chairman for another three-year term. The election took place on Thursday during the association’s annual general meeting at the International Press Centre, Ogba, Lagos State. Alabi expressed his gratitude…
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The wrestling world has been thrown into mourning as legendary luchador Rey Misterio Sr., born Miguel Ángel López Días, passed away at the age of 66. His death was confirmed by his son, El Hijo de Rey Misterio (Miguel Aarón López Hernández), who took to Facebook on Friday, December 20, to share the heartbreaking news.…
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In his small Freetown workshop, engineering student James Samba tinkered with batteries and electrical parts he hoped could help clean up Sierra Leone's polluting public transport system. Rush hour in the West African country's major cities is a frenetic medley of minibuses, mopeds, shared taxis and three-wheeled vehicles known as "kekehs" –- each spluttering toxic…
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The outgoing Customs Area Controller (CAC) of Tincan Island Command, Mr Dera Nnadi has attributed the N1.26 trillion revenue to the implementation of a 24-hour cargo clearance system, which includes weekend operations. Nnadi disclosed this during the handover ceremony to the newly appointed CAC of Tincan Island Customs Command in Lagos on Friday. According to…
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A woman, Olamide Thomas, who allegedly threatened Seyi Tinubu with death threats on social media, was arraigned on Friday at a Federal High Court in Abuja. Olamide was arraigned by the office of the Inspector-General (I-G) of Police, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, before Justice Emeka Nwite on a three-count. She, however, pleaded not guilty to the…
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Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday returned to Abuja after performing the lesser hajj (Umrah) at the Holy Mosque of Makkah (Masjid al-Haram) in Saudi Arabia. Mr Stanley Nkwocha, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media & Communications, Office of the Vice President, made this known in a statement in Abuja. Nkwocha stated that…
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The Ondo State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General, Dr Kayode Ajulo, has warned that any traditional rulers found culpable for land grabbing would be sent to jail. Ajulo, who was reacting to the Anti-Land Grabbing Bill before the state House of the Assembly, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Akure that some traditional…
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Many Community Development Associations (CDAs) in Lagos State are stepping in to address critical infrastructure gaps in their communities through self-help initiatives.
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Aimienwauu spoke with journalists on the recent hullabaloo on whether the rotational presidency arrangement between the North and South should be maintained in 2027 or not, submitting that those promoting the idea of breaching the pact are unpatriotic elements seeking to destabilise the country.