Human Rights

Peter Obi Reaffirms Support for Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Advocates Dialogue with Agitators

2026-06-13 Jei Tv News

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has again called for the release of IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu, arguing that continued detention over comments made on radio is unjustifiable. Obi said he would prioritize dialogue and engagement with agitators if elected president. His position is consistent with previous public statements in which he questioned Kanu's prolonged detention and ad

Pope Leo XIV in Canary Islands: “All of Us Are Migrants,” Calls for Greater Support for Displaced People

2026-06-12 Jei Tv News

Pope Leo XIV has called for greater compassion and assistance for migrants during a visit to Spain’s Canary Islands, a key entry point for people seeking refuge and better opportunities in Europe. The pontiff emphasized the shared human experience of migration, declaring that “all of us are migrants” in one form or another.

Falana Calls for Immediate Rescue of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers, Says Victims Are “Suffering”

2026-06-12 Jei Tv News

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has urged security agencies and government authorities to intensify efforts to secure the release of abducted pupils and teachers in Oyo State. He warned that the victims may be enduring severe hardship in captivity and called for urgent action to end the ordeal.

Nnamdi Kanu’s Brother Challenges Legal Basis of IPOB Leader’s Terrorism Conviction

2026-06-09 Jei Tv News

The brother of Nnamdi Kanu has questioned the legal foundation of the IPOB leader's terrorism-related conviction, arguing that any criminal judgment must be based on a valid law in force at the time of conviction. The development adds a new dimension to the long-running legal and political debate surrounding Kanu's case and Nigeria's counterterrorism framework.

US Federal Judge Blocks Trump-Era Immigration Restrictions Targeting Legal Migrants from 39 Countries

2026-06-06 Jei Tv News

A United States federal judge has overturned a series of immigration restrictions imposed by President Donald Trump's administration on legal immigrants from 39 countries. The ruling marks a significant legal setback for the administration's immigration agenda and reignites debate over national security, immigration policy, and constitutional protections for lawful migrants.

Muslim Women Renew Call to End Hijab Discrimination in Nigeria

2026-01-31 Jei Tv

A coalition of Muslim women groups in Nigeria has renewed calls for an end to hijab discrimination in schools, workplaces, and public institutions, insisting that the practice violates constitutional rights to freedom of religion, dignity, and equal opportunity.

Peter Obi Reaffirms Support for Nnamdi Kanu’s Release, Advocates Dialogue with Agitators

Pope Leo XIV in Canary Islands: “All of Us Are Migrants,” Calls for Greater Support for Displaced People

Falana Calls for Immediate Rescue of Abducted Oyo Pupils, Teachers, Says Victims Are “Suffering”

Nnamdi Kanu’s Brother Challenges Legal Basis of IPOB Leader’s Terrorism Conviction

US Federal Judge Blocks Trump-Era Immigration Restrictions Targeting Legal Migrants from 39 Countries

Muslim Women Renew Call to End Hijab Discrimination in Nigeria

Ayra star fires back at critical over revealing outfit Backlash

Peter Obi Says There Is No Reason to Keep Nnamdi Kanu in Detention

Marquinhos Says 2026 World Cup Could Be His Final Chance at Glory

Mysterious Odour Forces School Closures, Sends Students to Hospital in Ogun Community

Dickson Meets Peter Obi, Declares NDC Crisis Fully Resolved After Stakeholder Engagement