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  1. Fisayo Soyombo Credits Social Media for His Release After Nigerian Army Detention

    Nigeria Fisayo Soyombo Credits Social Media for His Release After Nigerian Army Detention

    Fisayo Soyombo credits social media pressure for his release after a three-day detention by the Nigerian Army. Arrested on charges of oil bunkering, his case garnered widespread attention, and Nigerians' activism on social media played a crucial role in his freedom. Fisayo Soyombo, founder of...
  2. FIJ Confirms Release of Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo

    Nigeria FIJ Confirms Release of Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo

    Fisayo Soyombo, investigative journalist and FIJ founder has been released by the Nigerian Army after an arrest linked to illegal oil bunkering allegations. FIJ confirmed the release and raised concerns about Soyombo's safety due to the sensitive information shared during his detention. Fisayo...
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    Metro Amnesty International, activists condemn Nigerian Army’s arrest of journalist Fisayo Soyombo - Peoples Gazette

    https://gazettengr.com/amnesty-international-activists-condemn-nigerian-armys-arrest-of-journalist-fisayo-soyombo/
  4. Nigerian Army Detains Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo for 3 Days

    Nigeria Nigerian Army Detains Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo for 3 Days

    Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo has been detained by the Nigerian Army for three days at the 6 Division in Port Harcourt. The Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) condemned the arrest, emphasizing that journalism is not a crime. The situation has sparked widespread calls for...
  5. Fisayo Soyombo Exposes Alleged Plot by Customs to Smuggle 130,000kg of Rice Into Nigeria

    Nigeria Fisayo Soyombo Exposes Alleged Plot by Customs to Smuggle 130,000kg of Rice Into Nigeria

    Fisayo Soyombo of FIJ reveals a smuggling operation involving Nigerian Customs officers, who allegedly facilitated the illegal movement of 130,000 kg of rice from Benin Republic to Nigeria. The operation, involving over 2,000 cars, is suspected to bypass customs checks, further highlighting...
  6. Nigerian Minister Invites Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo to Address Prison Corruption

    Nigeria Nigerian Minister Invites Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo to Address Prison Corruption

    Nigeria's Interior Minister, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has invited Fisayo Soyombo, founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), for a roundtable discussion on prison reforms. This follows Soyombo's undercover investigation revealing corruption in Nigerian prisons, highlighting the...
  7. Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo Thanks Supporters After Reporting to Nigerian Police, Reveals Bail Conditions

    Nigeria Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo Thanks Supporters After Reporting to Nigerian Police, Reveals Bail Conditions

    Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo voluntarily reported to the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre in Abuja following a petition against him. Soyombo, accompanied by his lawyer, announced his arrival on social media and warned of potential detention if not heard from by dawn...
  8. Court Orders Remand of Arrows of God Orphanage Founder Following FIJ's Exposé

    Nigeria Court Orders Remand of Arrows of God Orphanage Founder Following FIJ's Exposé

    The founder of Arrows of God Orphanage Home, Deborah Ogo, was remanded in prison for alleged involvement in human trafficking after an undercover investigation revealed illicit activities. NAPTIP charges her with buying and selling babies. Ogo, an ordained minister and retired colonel, faces...
  9. Nigerian Police Defend Arrest of Investigative Journalist Amid Outrage

    Nigeria Nigerian Police Defend Arrest of Investigative Journalist Amid Outrage

    Nigerian investigative journalist Daniel Ojukwu's 9-day arrest by police for alleged cybercrime violations sparked protests over press freedoms. Police defended the arrest as lawful, claiming evidence against Ojukwu who faces prosecution. His release followed bail conditions, not protests, say...
  10. FIJ Reporter's Prolonged Police Detention Stirs Public Outrage

    Nigeria FIJ Reporter's Prolonged Police Detention Stirs Public Outrage

    Outrage mounts over the prolonged detention of Daniel Ojukwu, a journalist with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism, by Nigerian police. The arrest follows a petition linked to FIJ's coverage of alleged financial mismanagement. Critics decry the infringement on press freedom and demand...
  11. Journalist Daniel Ojukwu's Abrupt Transfer to NPF-NCCC Sparks Press Freedom Concerns

    Nigeria Journalist Daniel Ojukwu's Abrupt Transfer to NPF-NCCC Sparks Press Freedom Concerns

    Explore the mysterious disappearance and abrupt relocation of FIJ journalist Daniel Ojukwu to Abuja's NPF-NCCC. Concerns over press freedom and journalist safety surface as details remain undisclosed Daniel Ojukwu, a dedicated journalist for FIJ (Foundation for Investigative Journalism)...
  12. Controversy Surrounds Minister's Claim: No Journalist Jailed Under Tinubu's Rule

    Nigeria Controversy Surrounds Minister's Claim: No Journalist Jailed Under Tinubu's Rule

    Amidst World Press Freedom Day, Nigeria's Information Minister defends Tinubu's administration, claiming no journalist faced incarceration. Recent incidents, like the detention of Segun Olatunji and Daniel Ojukwu's abduction, challenge this stance. SERAP and NGE call for press freedom...
  13. Nigerians Outraged as FIJ Reporter Daniel Ojukwu is Abducted by Police, Raising Press Freedom Concerns

    Nigeria Nigerians Outraged as FIJ Reporter Daniel Ojukwu is Abducted by Police, Raising Press Freedom Concerns

    FIJ journalist Daniel Ojukwu's abduction by police sparks concerns over press freedom. Held at SCID Panti, Lagos, his whereabouts were initially unknown. The incident raises parallels to past police harassment against FIJ and its founder, Fisayo Soyombo. Authorities are accused of violating...
  14. Video: Nigerians Disappointed With Teni's Greeting and Embrace with IBD Dende

    Nigeria Video: Nigerians Disappointed With Teni's Greeting and Embrace with IBD Dende

    Teni the Entertainer's gesture of prostrating to alleged smuggler IBD Dende sparks outrage after investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo's expose. Video of the encounter goes viral, prompting public debate. Nigerians question Teni's association amidst the controversy. Singer Teni stirred...
  15. Nigerian Police Urged to Act on FIJ's Exposé as New Civic Slogan 'See Something, Say Something' Emerges

    Nigeria Nigerian Police Urged to Act on FIJ's Exposé as New Civic Slogan 'See Something, Say Something' Emerges

    FIJ journalist Fisayo Soyombo's relentless pursuit of truth through investigative journalism has brought to light the pervasive corruption within the Nigerian Customs Service, shedding light on the activities of smugglers without disclosing specific names. Despite these exposés, the lack of...
  16. Nigerian Customs Service Under Scrutiny: Outcry Over Alleged Collusion with Gun Runners

    Nigeria Nigerian Customs Service Under Scrutiny: Outcry Over Alleged Collusion with Gun Runners

    Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo's recent tweet regarding revelations about the Nigerian Customs Service has sparked widespread concern and demands for accountability from Nigerian citizens. Soyombo's tweet exposed alleged collusion with gun runners and endangerment of whistleblowers...
  17. Nigerian Police Under Fire for Declaring Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo Wanted

    Nigeria Nigerian Police Under Fire for Declaring Investigative Journalist Fisayo Soyombo Wanted

    In a tense encounter at the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre (NPF-NCCC) in Abuja on Tuesday, Bukky Shonibare, the chairman of FIJ’s Board of Trustees, found herself under intense scrutiny. The NPF-NCCC, in an unprecedented move, summoned Shonibare to clarify matters related to...
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    Metro Journalist Fisayo Soyombo detained by the Nigerian police over report on alleged high-level police corruption – Linda Ikeji’s Blog

    https://www.lindaikejisblog.com/2021/12/journalist-fisayo-soyombo-detained-by-the-nigerian-police-over-report-on-alleged-high-level-police-corruption.html
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    Metro BREAKING: Police to probe Lagos station after bail-for-sale investigation - The Cable

    The Lagos state police command will investigate Pedro police station over bribery allegations. Frank Mba, Nigerian police spokesman, made this known on ‘Your View’, a breakfast show on TVC, on Wednesday. TheCable had reported the investigation which exposed bribery at the station. Fisayo...
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