Femi Akinyemi

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charges against #EndBadGovernance protesters, International Human Rights Commission seeks FG's intervention over detained minors, The International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) in Nigeria has expressed concern over a circulating video showing 124 protesters, including minors with visible signs of malnutrition and exhaustion, arraigned in court on Friday, 1 November 2024, for allegedly protesting against bad governance that affects their livelihood, a fundamental right protected by Nigeria's democratic constitution. The Commission made this known in a press statement issued on Saturday, 2 November, in Abuja by the Commission's Ambassador-at-Large and Head of Diplomatic Mission in Nigeria, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Duru Hezekiah. Appealing to the Federal Government for a drastic intervention, the Ambassador-at-Large observed that the disheartening incident serves as a powerful reminder of the collective responsibility to protect human rights. He underscored the human rights concerns surrounding Nigerian minors in Kuje Prison and other correctional facilities, emphasizing that Nigerians must prioritize this issue, recognizing their shared obligation to protect human dignity within the global community. Furthermore, Dr. Hezekiah emphasized that the Organization strongly disapproves of juvenile delinquency in all its forms, including vandalism, theft, violence, and gang involvement. Nevertheless, it recognizes that individuals in correctional facilities retain their inherent dignity as human beings. While commending the presiding judge's intervention in halting the trial, he urged the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Law Enforcement Agencies, to thoroughly investigate and prevent such injustices, fostering a society where dignity and justice thrive. He implores the Nigerian Government to deepen its commitment to child rights, as outlined in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child (ACRWC), Nigerian Child Rights Act (2003), and the National Youth Policy (2019), through the Nigerian Child Rights Committee and Prisoners' Rehabilitation and Welfare Action (PRWA), to fulfill its responsibilities.SERAP gives Tinubu 48 hours

#EndBadGovernance protest: SERAP gives Tinubu 48 hours to release ‘hungry, malnourished children’

By Femi Akinyemi
Douye Diri Diri's infrastructural development in Bayelsa Gov Diri's five years, PDP’ll produce more govs in 2027 independent power project, Diri proffers solution to relationship, Diri Supreme Court

Bayelsa: We’ll unveil independent power project soon — Diri

By Femi Akinyemi
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NBS: Gov Abiodun lauds Ogun IGR growth

By Femi Akinyemi

US election: ‘We’re fighting for your rights’, VP Harris shuns mockers at Nevada rally

By Femi Akinyemi and Rowland Kpakete
Court remands Emefiele, Emefiele, SabiMONI platform

Court orders final forfeiture of $2.04m, properties linked to Emefiele

By Femi Akinyemi
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#EndBadGovernance protest: Court grants 67 minors N10m bail each

By Femi Akinyemi
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2024 US election: Judge puts on hold suit against Musk’s $1m giveaway 

By Femi Akinyemi
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JBC hosts socio-economic summit in Ibadan

By Femi Akinyemi and Tribune Online
Spain flood death toll

Spain flood death toll rises to 158

By Femi Akinyemi
Edo health facility

Gov Lawal commissions Edo health facility, commends Obaseki’s vision

By Femi Akinyemi
Ndume warns Yiltwada, Mohammed Ali Ndume, Chief Whip of the Senate, opposes Hajj fare hike, advocating subsidy for first-time pilgrims

Humanitarian Affairs: ‘You know circumstance of your predecessor’s removal,’ Ndume warns Yiltwada

By Femi Akinyemi
UK's Labour govt hikes

UK’s Labour govt hikes taxes by £40bn in first budget

By Femi Akinyemi
Fiscal responsibility commission helpless, Senate threatens to sanction MDAs, Senate confirms seven ministerial nominees, Labour Party Senators, Oronsaye report Senators, Senate new minimum wage

Senate confirms seven ministerial nominees

By Femi Akinyemi
UK economy to grow

UK economy to grow faster than estimated in 2024/25 — Finance minister

By Femi Akinyemi
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JUST IN: Senate begins screening of seven ministerial nominees

By Femi Akinyemi
Devastating episode not over

Spain floods: ‘Devastating episode not over’ — Spanish prime minister

By Femi Akinyemi
torrential rain in Valencia region

Spain floods: Over 51 killed after torrential rain in Valencia region

By Femi Akinyemi
90 airstrike victims

Over 90 airstrike victims have been identified — Gaza hospital

By Femi Akinyemi
Sustainability at the core: Samer Samarani’s innovative strategies for green architecture in commercial projects

Sustainability at the core: Samer Samarani’s innovative strategies for green architecture in commercial projects

By Femi Akinyemi
Hezbollah elects Naim Qassem

Hezbollah elects Naim Qassem to succeed slain leader, Nasrallah

By Femi Akinyemi