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Amnesty International has strongly criticized the Nigerian government's response to recent violence in Plateau State, particularly the attack in Jos South, labeling it a failure to protect citizens.
Iran has carried out the execution of Amirhossein Hatami, who was convicted of setting fire to a military facility and attempting to steal weapons during nationwide protests in January. His appeal was denied by the Supreme Court.
Several Muslim-majority countries, including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Indonesia, have voiced strong opposition to Israel's recent passage of a death penalty law for Palestinians accused of terrorism in the occupied West Bank. They warn the legislation could destabilize the region.
Presidential candidate Peter Obi has strongly criticised individuals who were once activists fighting for democracy under the Sani Abacha regime, asserting that some have now become detrimental to democratic principles. He suggested that power has revealed a negative aspect of their character.
The Abia State House of Assembly has been alerted to the discovery of the mutilated bodies of six young girls on a farmland in Akirika Ukwu, Ukwa East Local Government Area. The incident, which occurred on March 23, 2026, has caused widespread fear and has been labelled as barbaric by a local representative.
An 18-year-old musician, Amirhossein Hatami, has been executed in Iran's Ghezel Hesar prison for alleged participation in January protests. He was accused of arson against a paramilitary base and charged with 'Moharebeh'.
Residents in Makurdi, Benue State, reportedly assaulted a man suspected of severe mistreatment and torture of a minor serving as his housemaid. The activist who intervened stated the man also allegedly abused his wife when she objected to his actions.
An independent report highlights the dire conditions within Nigeria's correctional facilities, exposing corruption and systemic failures that have led to excessive overcrowding and significant justice delays for inmates.
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has retracted his fundamental rights enforcement lawsuit against a chief magistrate involved in his N1 billion case. His lawyer informed the court of the decision following the judge's remarks about the suit's lack of clarity concerning the magistrate's identity.
Coordinated assaults by armed gangs in Haiti's primary agricultural zone have resulted in numerous fatalities and widespread displacement, occurring just days before an international security contingent is set to arrive.
President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has enacted a bill that enhances the penalties for same-sex relations, with offenders now facing imprisonment of up to 10 years. The law also reinforces fines and introduces additional penalties for promoting or financing same-sex relationships.
In a recent dialogue, Ghana's President John Mahama emphasized that issues surrounding LGBTQ+ rights do not rank as the most critical challenges the country faces. He highlighted the urgency of addressing fundamental needs such as education, healthcare, and employment.
In Akwa Ibom, the local council chairman and rights organizations contend that the village head had previously reported the discovery of a rifle before his arrest by police, contradicting the official narrative.
Ousman Sonko, former Gambian interior minister, has filed an appeal in Switzerland against his conviction for crimes against humanity, which encompasses acts committed between 2000 and 2016. This historic trial is notable for being among the first of its kind in Europe under universal jurisdiction.
The ECOWAS Court of Justice introduced its Strategic Plan for 2026 to 2030 in Abuja, aiming to enhance regional justice, promote human rights, and reinforce the rule of law.
