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AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL FLAGS IMO “TIGER BASE,” VOWS PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF ALLEGED RIGHTS VIOLATIONS.

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By Prince Uwalaka Chimaroke
14- DEC- 2025

Amnesty International has announced plans to make public, within the week, a comprehensive report detailing alleged human rights violations at the Tiger Base detention facility in Owerri, the Imo State capital. The organisation said its findings point to what it described as deep-rooted and disturbing practices that raise serious concerns about the conduct of security operations and the protection of fundamental rights.

Speaking on behalf of the organisation, the Country Director of Amnesty International in Nigeria, Isa Sanusi, stated that the group’s investigations, carried out over several months, uncovered accounts that suggest a pattern of abuse at the facility. He described the allegations as severe and warned that their implications extend beyond Imo State to Nigeria’s broader human rights reputation.

According to Sanusi, Amnesty International believes that the continued operation of facilities accused of such practices undermines public trust in the justice and security system. He stressed that the organisation is releasing its findings in the interest of transparency and public awareness, noting that citizens have a right to know how detention centres are being run.

The rights body also called on relevant authorities to respond promptly to the allegations, emphasizing the need for independent scrutiny and accountability where violations are established. Amnesty maintained that addressing such concerns decisively is essential to restoring confidence in law enforcement institutions.

Beyond the situation in Imo State, the organisation also commented on recent political developments in West Africa, including the attempted coup in the Benin Republic. Sanusi clarified that Amnesty’s position is not driven by political interests but by concern for the human rights consequences that often accompany military interventions and political instability.

He observed that military takeovers frequently result in the erosion of civil liberties and the suspension of democratic safeguards, adding that the recurring instability in the sub-region highlights the urgent need to strengthen democratic institutions and governance structures. According to him, democracy remains the most reliable framework for safeguarding human rights when it functions effectively and delivers justice to citizens.

Amnesty International further noted that it will continue to monitor developments in Benin and other parts of the region while sustaining its focus on domestic human rights issues in Nigeria. The organisation reiterated that the protection of human dignity must remain paramount, regardless of political or security challenges.

Sanusi concluded by stating that the forthcoming report on the Tiger Base facility should be seen as a call for introspection and reform, stressing that accountability within Nigeria is closely linked to the country’s standing and credibility on the international stage.

 

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NIGERIA POLICE FORCE ANNOUNCES RESUMPTION OF ENFORCEMENT OF TINTED GLASS PERMIT

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The Nigeria Police Force wishes to inform the general public of the planned resumption of the enforcement of Tinted Glass Permit policy pending the final determination of the matter currently before the court. This decision follows a careful review of emerging security concerns and the need to ensure the safety of all citizens.

It is important to clarify that at no point did the court restrain the Nigeria Police Force from enforcing the provisions of the law regarding the use of tinted glass on vehicles. Nonetheless, in the spirit of responsibility, transparency, and public convenience, the Force suspended enforcement to allow motorists ample opportunity to regularise their documentation and complete the registration process without pressure.

Recent trends, however, reveal a disturbing rise in criminal activities perpetrated with the aid of vehicles fitted with unauthorised tinted glass. Some individuals and organised criminal groups have exploited this gap to conceal their identities and facilitate crimes ranging from armed robbery to kidnapping and other violent crimes. In view of this, the Nigeria Police Force has found it both necessary and urgent to resume full enforcement as a proactive measure to safeguard our communities. Consequently, enforcement of Tinted Glass Permit will resume on 2nd January, 2026.

The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, assures the public that the renewed enforcement will be carried out with utmost professionalism, respect for the rights of citizens, and in accordance with extant laws. He adds that the Force remains committed to promoting public safety and upholding the rule of law while working collaboratively with all stakeholders to keep Nigeria secure.

Meanwhile, motorists who require the Tinted Glass Permit are encouraged to apply through the approved channels and ensure that their vehicles comply with legal procedures.

CSP FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FORCE HEADQUARTERS,
ABUJA.

15th December, 2025

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Bianca Ojukwu’s Daughter Joins Her Mother at the ECOWAS Council of Ministers Session in South Africa

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Following a recent post by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Ojukwu, on her official Instagram account on Monday, 15th December, 2025, the minister shared a noteworthy moment from the ECOWAS 95th Session of the Council of Ministers held in South Africa.

In the post, Ambassador Ojukwu revealed that her daughter, Chi, who works with UN Tourism, accompanied her to the high-level regional meeting to gain firsthand insight into the demands of diplomatic service. According to the minister, the experience offered her daughter a clearer understanding of the intensity and dedication required in her role as Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs.

She explained that the council’s deliberations often stretched late into the night, sometimes well past midnight, with long hours spent in the conference hall and sustained by endless cups of tea. The demanding schedule, she noted, was far more intense than her daughter had anticipated

The post has since drawn reactions from followers, many of whom praised Ambassador Ojukwu for mentoring the next generation through exposure to international diplomacy and commended her commitment to regional cooperation and public service within ECOWAS.

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Late Ambassador Demola Seriki’s last wife accuses family of denying her and their children access to his graveside

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All appears not to be well with the family former Nigerian Ambassador to Spain, Late Demola Seriki, left behind. The Lagos politician and former minister passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022, in Madrid, Spain at the age of 63 leaving behind three wives and his children.

Today marked three years since he passed away.

His last wife, Princess Sholape and her children had visited his graveside to pray for the repose of his soul. Sholape in a video she shared online this evening, said she and her kids were denied access into the vault to offer their prayers for the repose of his soul. According to her, a certain Biola has refused to grant herself and her kids access to the graveside and has instructed that visitation to his grave must be done only by her approval.

Sholape shared a video of herself and her two children at the grave.

‘’The keys for the vault has been seized and we have been refused access to it. Today we speak up and we will get on with things. It’s okay. It doesn’t stop up. We have done our prayers’’

 

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