Nigeria

Violence Against Christians in Nigeria Tolerated by President Tinubu and State Governors, Says USCIRF Report

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Lagos, Nigeria – The 2024 annual report from the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has shed light on the continued tolerance of “egregious violence” against Christian worshippers in Nigeria by President Bola Tinubu and state governors. The report, covering developments in 2023, highlighted the challenges faced by the Nigerian government in identifying … Read more

Atrocities Plague Civilians in Nigeria Amid Rising Violence and Armed Groups

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Kaduna State, Nigeria – Civilians in Nigeria face a multitude of security threats, including attacks by armed bandit groups, ongoing violence by Boko Haram, and the Islamic State in West Africa. These threats have resulted in a humanitarian emergency, with millions of people, predominantly women and children, in urgent need of assistance, according to the … Read more

Security Threats Multiply as Nigeria Grapples with Ambazonian Insurgence

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Yola, Nigeria – Nigeria has been grappling with a multitude of security threats over the past two decades, posing significant challenges to the country’s stability. From violent militancy in the Niger Delta to conflicts between farmers and herders, terrorism, insurgency, banditry, and secessionist campaigns, Nigeria’s security landscape is complex and multifaceted. The emergence of the … Read more

Unpaid Wage Protest in Nigeria Turns Violent: Labor Leader Assaulted and Arrested

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Workers in Imo state, Nigeria rallied to demand payment for unpaid wages, an issue that has left some workers without pay for up to 20 months. During the protest, Nigeria Labor Congress (NLC) President Joe Ajaero was reportedly beaten and arrested by the police on November 1, sparking outrage and condemnation from various organizations. The … Read more

Violent Attack in Benue State, Nigeria Leaves at Least Seventeen Dead and Communities in Fear

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In Benue State, Nigeria, a violent attack has left at least seventeen people dead in the communities of Iwili, Umogidi, and Opaha. The Chairman of Otukpo local government confirmed the grim reality of the situation, with seven bodies recovered and the search for more victims still ongoing. The attack has instilled fear and apprehension in … Read more