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Drop charges against #EndBadGovernance protesters, Lawyer urges AGF
By Francesca Hangeior.
A human rights lawyer based in Abuja, Pelumi Olajengbesi, has written to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, regarding the plight of ten #EndBadGovernance protesters who are facing treason charges filed by the Federal Government.
In his letter received by the AGF’s office on Tuesday, Olajengbesi stated that criminalizing young demonstrators who protested against hunger and poor governance in Nigeria in August is an affront to the rule of law.
Olajengbesi stated that the right to peaceful assembly and protest is fundamental to any democratic society, as enshrined in the 1999 Constitution and protected by international human rights agreements to which Nigeria is a signatory.
“To criminalise citizens for exercising their legitimate right to dissent through peaceful protest not only constitutes a breach of these legal protections but also tarnishes Nigeria’s standing on the global stage,” he said.
Olajengbesi criticized the government’s approach as counterproductive and detrimental to democratic ideals and free expression.
He urged Fagbemi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, to uphold citizens’ rights to peaceful assembly and expression.
“It is incumbent upon us to prevent the normalization of criminalizing lawful dissent, which undermines the democratic fabric of our society.
“Historically, governments that have resorted to such heavy-handed tactics have invariably eroded their legitimacy in the eyes of both the citizenry and the international community.
“I have faith in your unwavering dedication to justice and the rule of law, and I am confident that your intervention will help realign the government’s approach towards a more just and democratic course.
“Therefore, I earnestly appeal to you to ensure that all charges against the arrested protesters are immediately rescinded and that they are released without further delay. It is vital that we uphold the rule of law and refrain from punitive actions against those who merely seek to exercise their constitutionally guaranteed rights.”
The Department of State Services (DSS) operatives made a notable arrest during the Ondo State governorship election, apprehending a suspected vote-buyer in Akure.
The individual was found in possession of two large bags filled with cash, believed to be intended for influencing voters in the election. The arrest occurred around 9 a.m. at Ward 4, Polling Unit 007, near St. Stephen’s Primary School.
Meanwhile, the election day saw Ondo State’s incumbent governor and the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, casting his vote early in the day. The governor voted at Polling Unit 05, Ward 4, in Obenla, Ilaje Local Government Area at precisely 8:52 a.m.
After casting his ballot, Governor Aiyedatiwa commended the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for ensuring an organized and seamless process at the polls, particularly in his ward. He also encouraged voters across the state to participate peacefully, stressing the importance of each vote in shaping Ondo’s future.
Reports from polling units across the state indicate that voting materials arrived on time, and INEC ad-hoc staff were present and prepared to conduct the election. Security personnel from multiple agencies were stationed across Ondo to ensure a secure and orderly voting environment.
The Ondo governorship election has drawn widespread attention, with Governor Aiyedatiwa and a diverse field of candidates from several political parties competing for the state’s highest office. The election marks a critical moment for Ondo’s residents, who are eager to see their chosen leaders guide the state forward.
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Nigerian DJ and billionaire heiress, DJ Cuppy, has shared a heartfelt prayer on social media, expressing her desire for a deep spiritual connection with God.
In the post, she prayed that her relationship with God be so strong that her future husband would first have to seek God in order to find her.
The emotional prayer resonated with many of her followers, who praised her commitment to faith and personal growth.
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The EFCC and other security agencies in Nigeria are violators of human rights” Bobrisky says as he shares court filing praying the court to restrain security agencies from violating his rights.
Bobrisky, through his lawyer, had filed a petition in the Federal High Court of Nigeria to restrain the EFCC and other security agencies from harassing, arresting, detaining, or declaring the crossdresser wanted.
Bobrisky said that despite the court filing, the EFCC violently assaulted him and pulled him out of a plane that was about to tale off, which is a violation of his fundamental human right.
He said he now wants the world to see the security agencies in Nigeria for what they are.
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