The ongoing indefinite strike embark by Judicial workers in Ondo State due to the inability of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa to approve their financial autonomy has crippled the justice system in the state. The indefinite strike comprises the Coalition of Magistrates, Presidents of Grade ‘A’ Customary Courts, and the Judiciary Staff Union of Nigeria, JUSUN, Ondo State chapter. The workers are also accusing the government of paying no attention to the plight of workers, lamenting poor...

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has sought the immediate and unconditional release of Abubakar Salim Musa and all others detained for exercising their constitutional rights Atiku, in a statement on Monday, also told the government to halt the ongoing pattern of arbitrary arrests and intimidation targeting critics, journalists, and opposition voices. He also charged the international community, particularly countries and organisations that champion democracy and human rights, to hold the Tinubu’s regime accountable and demand...

Students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, were among 52 persons arrested and arraigned by the police over a violent protest in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State over the weekend. The protest was sparked by growing concerns over frequent kidnappings and killings in the community, with residents alleging that several victims were abducted directly from their homes. Tensions escalated during the demonstration, leading to the looting of shops and vandalising of the...