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Court Grants Sowore Bail, Warns Him Against Comments That Could Ignite Outrage Against Tinubu

Human rights activist Omoyele Sowore has secured bail on self-recognition after pleading not guilty to cybercrime charges. The court issued a stern Sowore bail Tinubu warning, ordering him to avoid statements capable of inflaming public sentiment against President Tinubu. The case, rooted in alleged derogatory online remarks, intensifies national debate on censorship and freedom of expression.

Sowore’s Arrest and Courtroom Scuffle: When Justice Becomes a Battlefield

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The Nigeria Police Force has defended transferring activist Omoyele Sowore to Kuje Prison just minutes after he was granted bail, citing “court procedure.” The chaotic re-arrest inside the court premises sparked outrage from rights groups, reigniting debate over police excesses, judicial independence, and Nigeria’s vanishing tolerance for dissent.

Mercy, Morality, and Justice — The Firestorm Around Tinubu’s Clemency

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Mercy in a Fractured Republic When President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved a sweeping list of 174 pardons under the Presidential Prerogative of Mercy, Nigeria’s moral...

Father of Late Bilyaminu Bello Begs for Mercy: “Free Maryam Sanda for the Sake of the Children”

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In an emotional appeal that has reignited national debate on justice and forgiveness, Bello Isa, father of the late Bilyaminu Bello, has pleaded with Nigerian authorities to grant clemency to Maryam Sanda, his daughter-in-law sentenced to death for his son’s murder in 2017. His plea, he says, is born not of denial but compassion for the two children left behind.

Nnamdi Kanu Health Crisis: Court Hears Urgent Transfer Request from DSS Custody

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Nnamdi Kanu’s worsening health condition takes centre stage today as the Abuja Federal High Court hears his request for transfer from DSS custody to the National Hospital.

Amnesty Slams DSS Over Pressure on X to Delete Sowore’s Anti-Tinubu Post

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Amnesty International has condemned the Department of State Services for pressuring X Corp to delete activist Omoyele Sowore’s posts critical of President Tinubu. The rights body accused Nigerian authorities of censorship and abuse of power, while Sowore dismissed the DSS demand to Elon Musk as “a national disgrace” and vowed to continue his activism.

NBA, Civil Groups Blast Ibom Air Over Passenger Assault, Lifetime Ban

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A national uproar has erupted after viral footage showed Comfort Emmanson partially stripped and dragged off an Ibom Air flight. The Nigerian Bar Association, civil society groups, and political leaders have condemned the airline’s conduct, calling the treatment “inhumane” and the lifetime flight ban “illegal.” The case has reignited debate over selective justice in aviation.

Police Deny Torture Claims in Sowore Arrest, Cite Forgery and Cyberstalking Charges

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The Nigeria Police Force has denied activist Omoyele Sowore’s claims of torture during his detention, insisting his arrest was lawful and linked to forgery, cyberstalking, and other offences. The Force says the viral bandage image was misleading and part of his belongings before detention. Sowore faces trial after twice refusing police medical evaluation.

Peter Obi Blasts Leaders for Ignoring Bloodshed, Laments Nigeria’s Loss of Empathy

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Former LP presidential candidate Peter Obi decries Nigeria’s rising bloodshed and the government’s cold reaction, calling it a national tragedy.

Refer Benue Massacre to ICC Now, SERAP Tells Tinubu

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Human rights group SERAP has demanded that President Tinubu refer the Benue killings to the ICC for investigation, warning of action by other member states.