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Published on Mar 10, 2025

Courts Have Stopped Illegal Suspension of Legislators in Nigeria

By Femi Falana In 2010, our law firm handled the case of Hon Dino Melaye and 10 other legislators who were suspended for accusing the Dimeji Bankole-led House of Representative of wallowing in corruption The Federal High Court declared the suspension of …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Mar 10, 2025

How Nigerian authorities use Cybercrime Act to harass, detain journalists, activists

Since its enactment in 2015, Nigeria’s Cybercrime Act, which was supposed to be a legal and institutional framework to prosecute cybercrimes in the country has been allegedly weaponised intimidate and detain social media critics, journalists and activists, …

Source: Punch - Uncategorized
Published on 07:09 GMT

IWD: As WACOL Galvanized Enugu Women In Pursuit Of Gender Equality, Empowerment

Posted by Ignatius Okpara Articles/Opinion, Featured, Latest Headlines Monday, March 10th, 2025 (AFRICAN EXAMINER) – Like every other year, the 2025 international Women’s Day (IWD), an annual event commemorated every 8th day of March across the globe, …

Source: African Examiner - Neutral
Published on 13:52 GMT

Israel’s Pager Operation: Not an Indiscriminate Attack But a Strategic Success

The recent 60 Minutes segment on Israel’s pager operation in Lebanon contained an 8-second video clip of a pager exploding on the person of a Hezbollah operative standing in the fruit section of a store. At the moment of the explosion, twelve adults and …

Source: Just Security - Left-wing
Published on 09:18 GMT

Sowore Renews Campaign Urging 'Illegal IGP' Kayode Egbetokun To Retire After Formation Of New Police Management ...

Human rights activist and #RevolutionNow Movement convener, Omoyele Sowore has called for the immediate resignation of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun. Sowore, a former presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) who has …

Source: Sahara Reporters - Left-wing
Published on 07:35 GMT

Senate: Suspension, Now Terror Instrument To Suppress Divergent Voices — Mahmud

Human rights lawyer and delegate to 2014 National Conference, Abdul Mahmud, in this interview, speaks on the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. The former National Deputy Chairman of Campaign for Democracy and former Secretary of Democratic …

Source: Daily Independent - Label Pending
Published on Mar 6, 2025

Human Rights Lawyer Festus Ogun Asks Senate To Reverse 'Illegal, Malicious' Suspension Of Senator Natasha

Constitutional lawyer and human rights activist, Festus Ogun, has condemned the six-month suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan by the Nigerian Senate, describing it as "illegal, arbitrary, and unconstitutional." He shared his view in a …

Source: Sahara Reporters - Left-wing
Published on 04:26 GMT

Bulawayo fights GBV

gender-based violence POLICE in Bulawayo have escalated the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) in collaboration with local churches. The police and churches in Bulawayo on Saturday launched a champaign where they hosted scores of residents for …

Source: NewsDay Zimbabwe - Neutral
Published on 03:43 GMT

Stakeholders urge Tinubu to intensify anti-graft efforts

Stakeholders have called on President Bola Tinubu to adopt a holistic approach to combat corruption in all sectors. They also called for the implementation of the National Anti-Corruption Strategy 2022-2026 as a working document. The stakeholders made …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on 03:14 GMT

Falana: Natasha Akpoti’s suspension height of legislative recklessness

Femi Falana, a human rights lawyer, has berated the senate for the suspension of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Reacting in a statement, Falana warned that “suspending legislators at the whims and caprices of leaders of the federal and state legislative houses …

Source: The Cable - Neutral
Published on Mar 10, 2025

British plan to cede Chagos Islands sovereignty prompts concerns over China threat

LONDON — Britain is seeking to finalize a deal on handing sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius after U.S. President Donald Trump said last month that he was “inclined” to support the deal. However, critics say the agreement could threaten the …

Source: Voice of America - Public Broadcaster
Published on 02:47 GMT

Daniel Kovalik on the Health Ranger Report: The UNSEEN CONFLICT happening in Palestine

Daniel Kovalik on the Health Ranger Report: The UNSEEN CONFLICT happening in Palestine Daniel Kovalik, an international human rights lawyer, discusses the Palestinian conflict, highlighting the Nakba's ongoing impact on Palestinians and challenging the …

Source: Natural News - Right-wing
Published on Mar 10, 2025

What a landmark ruling for the Sámi people in Finland means for the protection of Indigenous rights globally

In October 2024, the United Nations Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (UNCESCR) issued a landmark decision stating that Finland had violated the rights of the Sámi Indigenous people to their culture and land. This decision, unprecedented in …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on 01:23 GMT

Why did the US break with tradition and hold talks with Hamas?

Israeli negotiators on Tuesday are set to resume talks on the Gaza ceasefire in the Qatari capital of Doha, along with the US envoy to the Middle East, Steve Witkoff. The first phase of the deal expired on 1 March, and Israel has since resumed sporadic air …

Source: Middle East Eye - Uncategorized
Published on Mar 8, 2025

Nigerian Police Service Commission Receives Petition To Probe Inspector Ebenezer, Other Officers Over Abduction, ...

A Nigerian businessman, Ademuyiwa Rasheed Ayinde, has petitioned the Police Service Commission (PSC) against several officers of the Nigeria Police Force, accusing them of abduction, torture, illegal detention, harassment, intimidation, and extortion. In …

Source: Sahara Reporters - Left-wing
Published on Mar 10, 2025

Saraki Slams Akpabio for ‘Cheap Politics,’ Demands Transparent Probe into Senator Natasha’s Allegations

Former Senate President Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has described as “cheap politics and trivialising of a serious issue” the claim that the call for transparent and open process was an attempt to remove incumbent Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, a …

Source: Arise News - Neutral
Published on Mar 8, 2025

Nigerian Newspapers: Top Stories For Today (08/03/25)

Read the full details on our digital edition when you join our WhatsApp Communities here. Here are the major headlines for today: Poor Telecom Services, Rising Costs Threatening Businesses … New Tariff Without Improved Service A Scam, Subscribers Groan … …

Source: Daily Independent - Label Pending
Published on Mar 10, 2025

Amnesty International Condemns Forced Eviction Of Over 10,000 Residents In Lagos Community

Global human rights body, the Amnesty International, has condemned the violent forced eviction of over 10,000 residents of the Ilaje-Otumara community in Lagos, describing it as a gross violation of human rights. The demolition, which took place on Friday …

Source: Sahara Reporters - Left-wing
Published on Mar 6, 2025

Kogi, Nasarawa, Niger residents decry rising cases of ritual killings

Residents of Kogi, Nasarawa, and Niger states have expressed concern over the increasing cases of ritual killings across the country, urging security agencies and stakeholders to take decisive action. In interviews with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), …

Source: Daily Post - Neutral

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 19:23 GMT

Contractor Disputes Surge in Florida: Wyman Legal Solutions Stands with Homeowners

Florida Sees 25% Rise in Contractor Disputes as Wyman Legal Solutions Advocates for Homeowners FL, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wyman Legal Solutions Helps Homeowners Fight Back Against Bad Contractors as Disputes Surge in …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 18:47 GMT

CALIFORNIA COASTKEEPER ALLIANCE CALLS FOR ACTION AFTER SUPREME COURT RULING UNDERMINES THE CLEAN WATER ACT

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 4th, the Supreme Court issued its opinion in the case of San Francisco v. EPA and ruled in favor of the City of San Francisco, who challenged the U.S. EPA’s authority to …

Distribution channels: Environment, Law ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 18:42 GMT

Breaking Cycles of Youth Homelessness: Covenant House New Orleans’ Impact on Above The Legal Limit

Breaking Cycles, Building Futures with Rheneisha Robertson | Episode 34 NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homelessness among youth is a critical issue, but organizations like Covenant House New Orleans are …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Education ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 18:27 GMT

Kangaroo Protection Act Introduced to Ban the Sale of Kangaroo Body Parts in the U.S.

Members of Congress say United States won’t be a market for skins from kangaroos slain in their native habitats WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Animal Wellness Action and the Center for a Humane Economy …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Environment ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 15:35 GMT

Perrin Conferences’ 2025 Artificial Intelligence in the Law Conference

Taking place on April 1st, this event will bring together legal, tech, and insurance professionals to explore the evolving role of AI in the industry. WAYNE, PA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Perrin Conferences, the leading …

Distribution channels: Companies, Conferences & Trade Fairs ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 15:26 GMT

Injury Lawyer Rancho Cucamonga Justin H. King Leads San Bernardino County Bar Association’s 150th Year as President

Justin H. King leads the San Bernardino County Bar Association’s 150th year as President, reinforcing his role as a top injury lawyer in Rancho Cucamonga. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Justin H. King, …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 15:18 GMT

Rancho Cucamonga Car Accident Attorney Justin H. King Receives Legal Aid’s Access to Justice Award

Justin H. King wins the Access to Justice Award for advocating on behalf of car accident victims. Recognized as a top Rancho Cucamonga car accident attorney. RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Law …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 15:15 GMT

Happreneurs™ Take Off on March 20 to Empower Entrepreneurs Worldwide in Celebration of the Int’l Day of Happiness

On March 20th, in celebration of the International Day of Happiness, Happreneurs™ will launch a vibrant community focused on happiness and entrepreneurship. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The entrepreneurial world …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 14:18 GMT

HB Strategies Adds Brian Taffora as Principal to Wisconsin Advocacy Team

MADISON, WI, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HB Strategies announced today that experienced lobbyist Brian Taffora has joined the firm’s Wisconsin state advocacy team as a Principal in its Madison office. In addition to his …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 13:41 GMT

Berry Law Expands with New Papillion Location, Hosting Open House on April 11

PAPILLION, NE, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Berry Law, a leader in legal advocacy with a strong focus on Veterans and personal injury, is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest location at Midlands Place, 312 …

Distribution channels: Law, Military Industry ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 13:17 GMT

Celiveo 365 Applique l'IA et la Protection Contre la Perte de Données (DLP) à Microsoft Universal Print

Celiveo 365 étend Microsoft Universal Print, ajoute des fonctionnalités incluant désormais une protection DLP basée sur l'IA contre les fuites de données PARIS, IDF, FRANCE, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Celiveo 365, leader des …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Honored Attorney and Elder Law Expert Michael Ettinger of the Ettinger Law Firm Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michael Ettinger is a consummate professional who has been named among the top elder law attorneys by several media and authorities. He is recognized not only for his particular …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Les Brown to Keynote Book Signing Event for 'Ethan's Good Dad Act' at Florida Memorial University

Encouraging literacy, art and community MIAMI GARDENS, FL, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Biscayne Gardens Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that renowned motivational speaker and author Les Brown will be the …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Education ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Association of Corporate Counsel Names Factor & Ferring Value Champions

Factor was recognized by the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) as a Value Champion for their work with Ferring Pharmaceuticals. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Factor, the market leader in Integrated Law, …

Distribution channels: Law ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

PaayaTech Releases Company-Wide Outlook Email Signatures & Disclaimers to CorpSync.

Achieve Consistency, Professionalism, and Brand Integrity with CorpSync’s Automated Outlook Email Signatures & Disclaimers. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PaayaTech Inc., a leader in innovative business …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

DeepJudge Unveils Legal AI Workflows — the First to Seamlessly Connect AI to the Full Scale of Firms’ Internal Data

The company’s law firm customers are building their AI strategies on DeepJudge, providing their AI apps and agents with instant, trusted institutional knowledge ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DeepJudge, the AI-powered …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Insurance Industry ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

American Small Business League Welcomes Bruce de Torres as Director of Communications

“We are going to do great things together.” -Lloyd Chapman, Founder and President PETALUMA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Small Business League welcomes Bruce de Torres as Director of Communications. “Every …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 11:15 GMT

ITS to Power the NextGen Bar Exam with Proven Exam Delivery and Grading Technology

BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Internet Testing Systems (ITS), a global leader in test delivery and AI-powered assessment solutions, has been selected by the National Conference of Bar Examiners (NCBE) to …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Education ...
Published on March 11, 2025 - 10:47 GMT

Celiveo 365 applies AI-DLP Data Loss Protection to Microsoft Universal Print Cloud print management

Celiveo 365 integrates seamlessly with Microsoft Universal Print, adding a suite of Enterprise features now including AI-based DLP protecting against data leak MERIDIAN, ID, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Celiveo 365, a …

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Published on March 11, 2025 - 09:45 GMT

Florida Mesothelioma Victims Center Strongly Recommends the Gori Law Firm to an Auto-Truck Mechanic with Recently ...

TAMPA , FL, UNITED STATES, March 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Florida Mesothelioma Victims Center strongly recommends the Gori Law Firm for an auto-truck mechanic anywhere in Florida who has just been diagnosed with mesothelioma or lung …

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