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‘This abuse must end’ – Sowore reacts to remand of Doris Ogala
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‘This abuse must end’ – Sowore reacts to remand of Doris Ogala

Human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has condemned the remand of actress Doris Ogala at the Kirikiri Correctional Centre pending the hearing and determination of her bail application over alleged cyberbullying, cyberstalking and attempted extortion of Pastor Chris Okafor. Sowore noted that Ogala, as the governorship candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC) in Abia State, deserves the full protection of her constitutional rights, due process, and a fair hearing.

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Erin Patterson appeal live updates: mushroom murderer to learn fate in retrial bid
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Erin Patterson appeal live updates: mushroom murderer to learn fate in retrial bid

Court of appeal is set to rule on the two appeals from 10am in the high profile Australian mushroom triple-murder case Erin Patterson to learn if she could face retrial or longer jail term A note on the proceedings today The court of appeal is due to make its decision at 10am today. Our reporter, Nino Bucci, will be there and we’ll bring you updates as soon as they happen.

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Police nab masquerades for extorting residents in A’Ibom
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Police nab masquerades for extorting residents in A’Ibom

Akwa Ibom State Police Command has arrested two Ekpo masquerade participants over allegations of extortion and assault against members of the public in Ikot Ekpene Area of the state. This was disclosed in a statement made available by the state police spokesperson, Timfom John, on Thursday.

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Jailhouse rock, the ‘others’ in the dock
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Jailhouse rock, the ‘others’ in the dock

A doctor serving Odisha’s tribal heartland was arrested for allegedly supporting the resistance against bauxite mining. Satyasundar Barik speaks to Adivasi and Dalit communities, which allege the police are using the legal process for intimidation

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Kenya Makes Final Pitch for Okowa’s ICJ Candidature
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Kenya Makes Final Pitch for Okowa’s ICJ Candidature

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 29 – Kenya has made its final diplomatic appeal to United Nations member states to support Professor Phoebe Okowa’s candidature for a judgeship at the International Court of Justice. Okowa is seeking a position on the world court for the 2027–2036 term, as Kenya pursues greater representation in international judicial institutions.

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Troops neutralise two high-profile ISWAP leaders, others in Borno
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Troops neutralise two high-profile ISWAP leaders, others in Borno

By Ndahi Marama, Maiduguri The troops of Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have killed 15 Boko Haram terrorists, including two (2) prominent ISWAP Qayids, Abu Musanna and Hassan Abu Huraira in Kerenoa, Marte Local Government Area of Borno State. The COAS was represented at the ceremony by the Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), Major General Ibikunle Ajose, on Thursday, 29 October 2026, at Maimalari Cantonment, Maiduguri.

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