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Quadri: Lawyer Demands ₦100m From Police Over Arrest Of Minor

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Human rights lawyer and activist, Inibehe Effiong, on Thursday, asked the Nigerian Police Force to pay ₦100 million as compensation to Alabi Quadri.

Quadri is a 17-year-old minor who went viral ahead of the 2023 general elections for standing in front of the convoy of former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi.

The minor had spent months in Kirikiri prison after been arrested for armed robbery, an offence his family vehemently rejected.

He was however, freed on Thursday by Magistrate Adetola Olorunfemi, following the legal advice of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Dr. Babajide Martins.

READ ALSO: Court Frees Boy Who Stood Before Obi’s Convoy Months After Detention

Briefing journalists after the ruling in the Apapa area of Lagos, Effiong commended the DPP for standing by the truth in this matter.

He also demanded that the Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, and the Inspector General of Police, should as a matter of urgency, remove the Divisional Police Officer of Amukoko Divisional Headquarters and subject him to orderly room trial along with the IPO, one Inspector Odigbe Samuel, and other officers who participated in what he called the “evil, sinister, oppressive, and corrupt scheme of framing-up a teenager for armed robbery at the behest of rogue ‘Area Boys’”.

The lawyer also demanded that the police authorities should tender a public apology to his client.

Inibehe said if the above three remedial demands are not fully complied with immediately, he and the team of lawyers will initiate legal actions to seek redress.

For him, Quadri’s case is a painful example of the putrefying corruption, monstrous impunity, and pervasive injustice in the Nigeria Police Force.

Attack in Kebbi: Terrorists Kill 3 Customs Officers, Torch Patrol Vehicle

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At least three Nigeria Customs Service agents were killed and their patrol vehicles were set on fire in a deadly attack in Kebbi State by terrorists.

According to Persecondnews, the incident highlights the region’s ongoing security issues.

The officers were ambushed by the Terorists who had opened fire on them in the Bashaka region of the state.

“Three of our officers recently perished in Bashaka, Kebbi State,” according to the statement. The Comptroller General of Customs, Mr. Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, disclosed this during a working visit to the Niger/Kogi Area Command of the Service, “They were taken by surprise as the attackers shelled them, burnt their vehicles, and opened fire on all of them.”

Adeniyi, who expressed concern over the Islamic State’s activities at the Babanna border in the Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, described their presence as a serious threat to national security and effective border operations.

The Assistant Comptroller General, Mr. Hussein Kehinde Ejibunu, the customs boss, also disclosed that after seizing 500 jerricans of the smuggled Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) at the Babanna border, customs operatives had also escaped yet another ambush by ISWAP militants.

The smugglers were suspected of providing armed bandits and terrorists with fuel.

In light of the rising threats, Adeniyi urged police to remain vigilant and stressed the need for enhanced collaboration with other security agencies.

He noted that border patrol operations were supported by the purchase of aircraft and aerial surveillance equipment.

According to him, “It would interest you to know that the majority of these bandits who are attacking us get their fuel from smugglers,” he said.

He warned that ISWAP, Boko Haram, and Lakurawa, which he claimed are connected to local communities, are now a part of the terrorist networks operating in the border regions of Niger, Kebbi, and Borno. He urged people to report any suspicious activity to security agencies.

The seized PMS and two drums of fuel were intercepted at various flashpoints along the Babanna-Gidan Zana Road and Kabe/Tunga Madugu Road, according to Pascal Chibuoke, the customs area controller for the Niger/Kogi Command.

He claimed that inter-agency collaboration and community engagement contributed to the total duty paid value of the seized fuel and the vehicle used for its transportation at N25.9 million.

Vietnam: 50 Years of Forgetting

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The granddaughter of a Vietnamese hero explores the enduring legacy of the Vietnam War on her family and country.

The 50-minute documentary 50 Years of Forgetting explores the enduring impact of the Vietnam War on the lives of contemporary Vietnamese. Prompted by a letter from an American veteran, filmmaker Mai Huyen Chi embarks on a personal and national investigation.

Chi’s quest begins by unravelling the story of her war hero grandfather who fought for the winning North, a figure shrouded in family silence. As that soon meets its dissatisfying end, she embarks on a journey across Vietnam and meets people whose lives were shaped by some of the most traumatic events of the war: the Battle of Hue in 1968, the Christmas bombing in 1972 and the fall of Saigon in 1975. Their experiences, filled with both resilience and loss, force Chi to confront her own family’s buried truths. She discovers the story of her aunt married to a pilot on the losing Southern side who fled, highlighting the war’s fracturing impact on Vietnamese families across generations.

The exploration becomes deeply personal. Chi confronts a harsh reality: Her own cousin suffers from the debilitating effects of Agent Orange, a cruel consequence of the war that continues to inflict pain on countless Vietnamese. By weaving these diverse narratives together, 50 Years of Forgetting transcends the Vietnam War to explore universal themes of conflict and its enduring legacies. Will past lessons be forgotten? Can Vietnam build a collective memory that honours the sacrifices of millions of people when those who endured years of brutality during the Vietnam War are trying so hard to forget?

Vietnam: 50 Years of Forgetting

By in News, World News

The granddaughter of a Vietnamese hero explores the enduring legacy of the Vietnam War on her family and country.

The 50-minute documentary 50 Years of Forgetting explores the enduring impact of the Vietnam War on the lives of contemporary Vietnamese. Prompted by a letter from an American veteran, filmmaker Mai Huyen Chi embarks on a personal and national investigation.

Chi’s quest begins by unravelling the story of her war hero grandfather who fought for the winning North, a figure shrouded in family silence. As that soon meets its dissatisfying end, she embarks on a journey across Vietnam and meets people whose lives were shaped by some of the most traumatic events of the war: the Battle of Hue in 1968, the Christmas bombing in 1972 and the fall of Saigon in 1975. Their experiences, filled with both resilience and loss, force Chi to confront her own family’s buried truths. She discovers the story of her aunt married to a pilot on the losing Southern side who fled, highlighting the war’s fracturing impact on Vietnamese families across generations.

The exploration becomes deeply personal. Chi confronts a harsh reality: Her own cousin suffers from the debilitating effects of Agent Orange, a cruel consequence of the war that continues to inflict pain on countless Vietnamese. By weaving these diverse narratives together, 50 Years of Forgetting transcends the Vietnam War to explore universal themes of conflict and its enduring legacies. Will past lessons be forgotten? Can Vietnam build a collective memory that honours the sacrifices of millions of people when those who endured years of brutality during the Vietnam War are trying so hard to forget?

Vietnam: 50 Years of Forgetting

By in News, World News

The granddaughter of a Vietnamese hero explores the enduring legacy of the Vietnam War on her family and country.

The 50-minute documentary 50 Years of Forgetting explores the enduring impact of the Vietnam War on the lives of contemporary Vietnamese. Prompted by a letter from an American veteran, filmmaker Mai Huyen Chi embarks on a personal and national investigation.

Chi’s quest begins by unravelling the story of her war hero grandfather who fought for the winning North, a figure shrouded in family silence. As that soon meets its dissatisfying end, she embarks on a journey across Vietnam and meets people whose lives were shaped by some of the most traumatic events of the war: the Battle of Hue in 1968, the Christmas bombing in 1972 and the fall of Saigon in 1975. Their experiences, filled with both resilience and loss, force Chi to confront her own family’s buried truths. She discovers the story of her aunt married to a pilot on the losing Southern side who fled, highlighting the war’s fracturing impact on Vietnamese families across generations.

The exploration becomes deeply personal. Chi confronts a harsh reality: Her own cousin suffers from the debilitating effects of Agent Orange, a cruel consequence of the war that continues to inflict pain on countless Vietnamese. By weaving these diverse narratives together, 50 Years of Forgetting transcends the Vietnam War to explore universal themes of conflict and its enduring legacies. Will past lessons be forgotten? Can Vietnam build a collective memory that honours the sacrifices of millions of people when those who endured years of brutality during the Vietnam War are trying so hard to forget?

NBA Criticises Rivers Administrator Over Alleged Disregard For Rule Of Law

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The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Port Harcourt Branch, has come out strongly against the conduct of the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd), accusing him of constitutional violations and undermining democratic governance.

In a strongly worded press statement by the Body of Chairmen Rivers State and signed by the 8 Branch Chairmen, the NBA said it was “deeply concerned” by recent developments in the state under the sole administration model imposed following the declaration of a state of emergency.

The lawyers’ body described the continued interference with constitutionally guaranteed structures — including the suspension of elected state officials and recent appointments made by the sole administrator — as unlawful, provocative, and injurious to democratic institutions.

“The Nigerian Bar Association, Port Harcourt Branch, unequivocally condemns the actions of the Sole Administrator, which, in our view, violate the spirit and letters of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended),” the statement read.

READ ALSO: Refund ₦300m To Rivers To Protect Legal Profession’s Image, Lawyer Tells NBA

A Threat to Democracy?

Illustrative photo of Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (rtd) and a map of Rivers State

The press release emphasized that the NBA, as a body committed to upholding the rule of law, cannot remain silent while the constitutional order is, in their words, “brazenly disregarded.” It described the ongoing situation as a threat to Nigeria’s democratic experiment, warning that unchecked overreach by appointed administrators could erode public trust in governance and the legal system.

The Bar Association also called attention to the alleged harassment and intimidation of citizens, especially those who have openly criticized the state of emergency or attempted to protest peacefully.

Call for Presidential Intervention

President Bola Tinubu swears in Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (rtd) as sole administrator for Rivers State in Abuja on March 19, 2025

In what can be interpreted as a direct appeal to President Bola Tinubu, the NBA demanded an immediate review and reversal of the emergency governance framework in Rivers State. The body also urged the reinstatement of Governor Siminalayi Fubara and other duly elected officials, stating that the people’s mandate must not be swept aside under any guise.

“We remind the Federal Government and all relevant institutions that the democratic will of the people is sacrosanct and must be respected,” the NBA said.

Rule of Law Must Prevail

The Association concluded by reiterating its commitment to democratic values, constitutionalism, and the peaceful resolution of conflicts. It warned that any attempt to legitimize or normalize administrative actions that override the constitution could set a dangerous precedent for governance across the country.