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Map of Nigeria highlighting over 750,000 communities with data on electrification status and optimal power solutions for targ
Nigeria’s Energy Map Identifies 750,000 Communities to Guide Power Investments
Nigerian judge in robes presiding over courtroom as female Muslim student in hijab stands before bench, representing landmark
Oyo Court Rules JAMB Cannot Force Female Candidates to Remove Hijab for UTME
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Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye collapses in court, surrounded by security personnel, highlighting his medical emerge
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Nigerian judge in robes presiding over courtroom as female Muslim student in hijab stands before bench, representing landmark

Oyo Court Rules JAMB Cannot Force Female Candidates to Remove Hijab for UTME

2026-07-31
By: Wana
On: July 31, 2026
In: Social Justice & Human Rights
With: 0 Comments
Sierra Leone Gender Minister Dr. Isata Mahoi and Trócaire CEO shaking hands during a partnership renewal meeting in Freetown.

Sierra Leone Gender Ministry and Trócaire Pledge Deeper Cooperation on Women’s and Children’s Rights

2026-07-30
By: Wana
On: July 30, 2026
In: Social Justice & Human Rights
With: 0 Comments
Photo of Mary Habila, a physiotherapist, whose death at Minister Dave Umahi's residence sparked calls for investigation.  Ima

Activist Demands Full Inquiry Into Death of Physiotherapist at Minister Dave Umahi’s Residence

2026-07-17
By: Wana
On: July 17, 2026
In: Social Justice & Human Rights
With: 0 Comments
DEA agent and law enforcement officers at a Memphis hotel during a task force operation that resulted in a fatal shooting  Im

Second Memphis Resident Killed by Federal Task Force in Less Than a Week

2026-07-11
By: Wana
On: July 11, 2026
In: Social Justice & Human Rights
With: 0 Comments
Map of US states with redrawn congressional districts, highlighting Louisiana, Florida, and Alabama, illustrating voting righ

Beyond the Ballot: How West Africa Reads the US Supreme Court’s Assault on Voting Rights and the Rise of Independent Black Political Power

2026-07-04
By: Wana
On: July 4, 2026
In: Social Justice & Human Rights
With: 0 Comments
Mary Ongore speaks at a podium during the ITJA Intermediate Course, highlighting the enforcement gap in West Africa's access

Access to Information Laws in West Africa: From Legislation to Enforcement

2026-06-25
By: Wana
On: June 25, 2026
In: Social Justice & Human Rights
With: 0 Comments
Steve Wotto in a courtroom, facing charges for digital speech, with a judge and lawyer present, illustrating his trial for on

Benin TikToker’s Trial Exposes Digital Speech, Mental Health, and Political Tensions in West Africa

2026-06-24
By: Wana
On: June 24, 2026
In: Social Justice & Human Rights
With: 0 Comments
Retired broadcaster Kitan Oyesiku and her security guard were murdered in her Kobape, Abeokuta home, with signs of forced ent

Abeokuta Double Murder: Security Lapses and the Rising Cost of Urban Safety in Southwest Nigeria

2026-06-22
By: Wana
On: June 22, 2026
In: Social Justice & Human Rights
With: 0 Comments
Nigerian Information Minister Mohammed Idris speaking at a podium during a security summit, urging media to limit terrorist c

Nigeria’s Information Minister Calls for Media Restraint on Terrorist Coverage: A Test for Press Freedom and National Security

2026-06-20
By: Wana
On: June 20, 2026
In: Social Justice & Human Rights
With: 0 Comments
Law students and trainers gather at a conference table during the refugee law moot court training session in Niamey, Niger.

Niger’s Moot Court Competition: A Strategic Investment in Refugee Law Capacity for the Sahel

2026-06-18
By: Wana
On: June 18, 2026
In: Social Justice & Human Rights
With: 0 Comments

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