Abuse of human rights

Human Rights Day 2024: Atiku, Falana…top figures against Farotimi’s detention

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As the world marks Human Rights Day 2024, Nigeria finds herself embroiled in a contentious human rights battle. The detention of prominent activist, lawyer, and author Dele Farotimi in Ekiti State has sparked national and international outrage, igniting conversations on civil liberties, judicial overreach, and the role of dissent in a democratic country. Dele Farotimi was … Read more

Senegal, Nigeria… 5 African countries that shutdown internet in the past

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Across Africa’s diverse nations, democratic governance intertwines with the specter of military coups and internet disruptions, casting shadows over economic prosperity and individual rights. While many countries in Africa uphold democratic principles through elected leadership, a significant number have weathered the tumult of military interventions and internet shutdown.  These events not only destabilize governments but … Read more