free speech in nigeria

  1. Outrage as Tinubu’s Aide Calls for Capital Punishment on Corps Member Over TikTok Video

    Nigeria Outrage as Tinubu’s Aide Calls for Capital Punishment on Corps Member Over TikTok Video

    Tinubu’s aide, Temitope Ajayi, faced backlash after suggesting a corps member, Ushie Uguamaye, should face capital punishment for criticizing the president on TikTok. Following public outrage, he backtracked, claiming he meant NYSC’s highest penalty, not execution. The controversy ignited...
  2. Peter Obi Slams Nigerian Government Over Journalist Arrests and Free Speech Violations

    Nigeria Peter Obi Slams Nigerian Government Over Journalist Arrests and Free Speech Violations

    Peter Obi, 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, condemns the rising abuse of free speech in Nigeria, following recent arrests and harassment of journalists by security forces. Obi warns that suppressing press freedom threatens democracy, urging accountability and justice for affected...
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