In response to growing economic hardship and insecurity, a nationwide protest is being planned by some Nigerians. Human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong has written to Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, urging protection for the protesters. In his letter on Friday, Mr. Effiong emphasized that peaceful protests are lawful in Nigeria and should be safeguarded by […]
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Nigerian Lawyers Prepare to Sue Tinubu Over National Anthem Reversion
The Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP) has announced its intention to take legal action against President Bola Tinubu concerning the recently enacted National Anthem Act 2024. President Tinubu signed the National Anthem Bill 2024 into law, reintroducing the old anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee.” This move has sparked varied reactions among Nigerians, […]
Nigerian Lawyer Working as Caregiver in UK Dies After Collapsing on Duty
Chidimma Susan Ezenyili, a 37-year-old Nigerian lawyer turned caregiver in the United Kingdom, tragically passed away after collapsing while on duty on February 22. Ezenyili, known as Suzy, was caring for an elderly woman in Bishop’s Stortford when the incident occurred. Despite not feeling well herself, she continued to work before collapsing. Ezenyili, along with […]
Female Lawyer Remanded in SCID Custody Over Alleged Child Abuse
Adachukwu Okafor, a female lawyer, has been remanded in the custody of the State Criminal and Investigative Department (SCID) by the Children, Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Court, seated at the Chief Magistrate’s Court in Awka, Anambra state. Okafor faces allegations of inflicting physical injuries on her 11-year-old housekeeper in Onitsha. Residing on Chris Igwilo Street […]