Ahmad Salkida
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The UK issued a travel advisory on your capital city and canceled flights leaving many of your citizens stranded. Your govt called the advisory reckless. You did not summon or demand a retraction from US/UK ambassadors. Instead, you went on a medical trip to the UK days later.
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#SecureNorth
is not an ordinary protest, our survival depends on it. There is no better time than now.
In my near 46yrs of existence, I've never seen how powerful our voice can be, until
#EndSARS
. And then, it is not true that to protest is not in the DNA of
#Nigerians
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Imagine I was abducted in my house 40 days ago?
Imagine the horror my wife and children have to endure?
It happened to one of us, called Dadiyata. If we don't share same political views, we share a common humanity with him.
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1,2,3,4,5,6,7,...43 citizens who work on a farm were beheaded this afternoon and no official statement 12 hours later. We have become used to these massacres, so we simply move on to the next news of another massacre that lies ahead. No one is held to account.
#ZabarmariMassacre
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Most times we underestimate the power of the smallest act of caring, which can not only reverse stereotypes, but can win a war. Indeed, this is a powerful portrayal of the Nigerian Army from the
#LakeChad
that must be encouraged and sustained.
Photos by
@HQNigerianArmy
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Dear 'officials' threatening me to cease reporting on conflict situations in Northern
#Nigeria
. My reports are not fake, it is also not the problem, the problem is insecurity across the country. I also specialize on conflict reporting, I can't move to other issues proposed to me.
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Zamfara in the last 7 days has recorded a noticeable improvement in security. We are no longer counting casualties in the hundreds, the victims are becoming fewer by the day, but many rural communities remain deserted. Kudos to the security forces, we hope this can be sustained.
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A citizen was abducted in his home, before the eyes of his loved ones. The authorities are indifferent, it seems only the powerful elites enjoy official investigation, commoners like me and you, can disappear, for months, without a trace, and no one will ever be held to account.
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The 2015 elections were better organised than the 2019 elections, why have we retrogressed instead of making progress?
#NigeriaDecides2019
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Lieutenant General Buratai in the trenches preparing for a major offensive against
#BokoHaram
. The Chadian operations may have triggered a fire never seen before. May this effort bring lasting peace to my home state and Nigeria as a whole.
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I was declared wanted by the Army; which devastated my family. The Army said it was an oversight.
A student was abducted by police, taken to the Villa, beaten & detained; the First Lady who orchestrated it forgave him. No consequences.
How do you still love a country like this?
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Is it true that a student was arrested, brought before the first lady in the presidential villa by officials to be beaten in her presence? If this is true, & there is no outrage, no immediate consequences for all involved, then we are not a nation with values, we are not serious.
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I've so far watched two videos of
#BokoHaram
/
#ISWAP
in which two of my relatives were executed. I also got an audio where I was personally mentioned and warned over my reporting. Yet, each day, some people tell us what we should report and not report.
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#Nigeriantroops
quietly reclaim Baga, Koruskauwa and are pushing ISWAP further North. If the current momentum is maintain we may witness a steady reversal of
#ISWAP
/
#BokoHaram
resurgence.
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Undercover investigative journalist spent two weeks in detention — five days in a Police cell and eight as an inmate in Ikoyi Prison — to track corruption in Nigeria’s criminal justice system.
@gijn
@rorypecktrust
@CPJAfrica
@RSF_inter
@pen_int
@camanpour
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Nigerian Army pushed back ISWAP fighters in Damboa, after five hours of gun battle, today. Scores of dead bodies of the insurgents and their 18 abandoned trucks litter the ground. Some security officials, including members of the Civilian JTF and hunters also lost their lives.
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I was in Dakar,
#Senegal
for two months this year, they are disciplined and committed to improving their country. By the way, the electricity went off only twice during my study trip and it was for less than 30 minutes. They don't talk too much, they act.
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Our society is too fragmented that citizens can hardly contemplate uniting to force leaders to act responsibly. Nigerians are not better than their leaders, we have the leaders we deserve. We can't wish our way to good governance, it only comes through hardwork and selflessness.
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#BokoHaram
is currently attacking Garkida town, in Adamawa State. My late mom's twin has fled to the hills with hundreds of other residents to escape the killings and the looting of houses and stores. She could barely talk on the phone. She was too scared.
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The biggest take away in this election, no matter who wins is, if you don't serve very well in your first term, getting re-elected is tough, very tough.
#NigeriaDecides2019
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Nigeria is a nation of misguided faith, we simply sit and pray over things that we can fix ourselves. God in heaven will not come down and strengthen our failed institutions, we have to get together and work hard to fix them by ourselves.
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Flash: A cartel smuggling arms and ammunition into
#Nigeria
from
#Libya
and
#NigerRepublic
were arrested by the Nigerian Police. Over 6000 rounds of Ak47 ammunition and several Ak47 rifles and pistols recovered from the criminals.
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Despite the war situation in Borno
@KashimSM
, you fared better than many of your counterparts. Your investments in education, health, housing and agriculture is noteworthy. Congratulations to the people of Borno.
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The sooner we realize that many countries have left
#Nigeria
behind, the better. We are in 2018 and we haven't figured out how to provide electricity. We are celebrating JAMB for the money it makes and not alarmed at the failure of students across the country. We are left behind.
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A top cop was abducted on the highway in Kaduna, and his abductors placed a call to the police demanding a ransom of 50 million. If this doesn't scare you that Nigeria is at the edge of a precipice, nothing would. Nigeria is a chaos.
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We will either drop dead or become old and still die anyway. Never cease to strive to be a good person up until your last breath!
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Nigerians can tolerate corruption, bad governance, poverty and every other hardship, but one thing we can't simply tolerate is our diversity and live in peace. You HATE ur neighbours bcz of the noise of their generators, yet idolize the leaders that FAILED to provide electricity?
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Nigerians are generally strange fellows, we ignore a problem or pretend it doesn't even exist, but when it manifest violently or when directly affected we become very shock as if we are learning about it for the first time. I reiterate for the umpteenth time, BH remains potent.
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A major attack in Konduga today, but why is the media in
#Nigeria
not reporting the daily attacks and the loss of human lives in the North East? Are we now used to these violent attacks and no longer care? What have we learned in the past 10 years?
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For some people in high places, Yele Sowore is one person they have always wanted to devour.
#RevolutionNow
became the bait for them to finally lay their hands on him. I stand with you my friend and colleague.
#FreeSoworeNow
.
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When falsehood is institutionalized, the truth is confronted like a rebellion.
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Leaders shouldn't be focused on dealing with a crisis when it occurs, we must applaud them when they prevent the crisis in the first place. Kudos
@seyiamakinde
We attended Jumat prayer at Adogba Mosque on Iwo Road, this afternoon. I spoke to our Muslim brothers and sisters about the proposed demolition of the mosque, a church and some other buildings by the government, to make way for the new bus terminal on Iwo Road.
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Update: The
#NigerianArmy
has successfully pushed back
#ISWAP
fighters that came from the Buniyadi/Miringa axis of Biu. Most of the soldiers returned to their barracks with victory songs. The town is calm now. A big thank you to those sacrificing everything for peace.
Fierce gunshots in my home town, Biu, Borno state. The residents of the peaceful town are apprehensive and many are seen running helplessly. I hope my 86 yr old dad and everyone else stay safe while help arrives. It is also not yet clear which faction is carrying out the attack.
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If institutions like the Nigerian Police have to resort to twitter with grievances against the Nigerian Army, two most important institutns in the country, it explains why some of us have to come here with hard-hitting reports, despite condemnation that we do so only in private.
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A herder is a worker who lives a pastoralist life caring for a herd of livestocks.
A criminal is someone who breaks the law.
A failed state is where the political, economic and security system has become so weak that the Govt is no longer in control.
Fight crime, not tribe.
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Past and current Govts deny almost everything. For instance, over 40 persons were either killed or abducted when the convoy of Gov. Shettima was attacked. On Friday, dozens were abducted on their way to vote in Gwoza. There will be denials until a video is released then, silence.
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Is there a threat that Abuja is facing?
Yes.
Has there ever been any threat?
Yes.
Is the recent threat different from past ones?
Yes.
How is it different?
Today's ISWAP has an expansionist agenda, not limited to their fixation on territorial control in the
#LakeChad
basin
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The president has fuelled unrest across the country through his patronage appointments. Northern Nigeria under Buhari became a more backward, impoverished and less secure region. This president lacks not only credibility, but also the charisma required to unite the country. 1/2
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To break some news items can traumatize. I'm battling with one of such. Reverend Andimi, abducted by
#BokoHaram
was executed yesterday. Rev. Andimi was a church leader, a father to his children and the community he served. My condolences go to his family.
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In a supposed democracy,
#NnamdiKanu
and his family just disappeared and we, as citizens, can go to sleep because we feel we don't agree with him or his politics? This official terrorism must stop,
#FreeOwerri112
.
#NnamdiKanu
's crime is not overly big for the courts to handle.
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Dear local and foreign newspapers and analysts, it will cost you nothing if you attribute your news source to
@HumAngle_
. Many of you rely primarily on our hard work, but you deliberately refuse to cite or mention
#HumAngle
, all you do is rephrase. Shame on you!
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I don't hate this govt, as their supporters often label every critic, I only HATE the intractable bloodbath and the breakdown of law & order across the country. Leadership is not a birthright, if you are failing, resign, the next leader should also resign, until we get it right.
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If the man is a thief, where, when and who did he steal from? Why hasn't he been arrested or charged yet? Is this kind of accusation appropriate? What are we teaching our kids about values, about our utterances to each other, sigh.
A thief remains one no matter where he visits, says
@OfficialAPCNg
on
@atiku
’s
#US
trip via
@thecableng
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My parents are from Adamawa & Borno states. The
#BokoHaram
war has affected my family more than you can imagine, as have many others in the region. This crisis is not just about reporting. For me, it is first & foremost about the right of the public, especially victims, to know.
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The Nigerian military fighting on multiple fronts in the North East and North West have disoriented terrorists and other armed groups. Important to note that military campaign only addresses the symptoms, non-military measures are required to address the conflict indicators.
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Developing: The
#NigerianAirforce
embarks on momentous earth shattering airstrike's on
#ISWAP
positions in the
#LakeChad
. Multiple sources in the crisis zone said, the ongoing bombardments has "disoriented fighters." No news yet on the number and type of casualties.
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Tomorrow, I will be tweeting rare insights on the rest of the
#ChibokGirls
in captivity. How many are alive and the need for the parents to know the truth, no matter how unpleasant the revelation is.
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The so-called rehabilitation and release of
#BokoHaram
members presumed to be repentant is a most ill-informed strategy. It should be suspended indefinitely. In my considered view, until the war ends, a suspension should remain.
1/2
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If Seun was a virulent critic of this govt and you are a blind follower, when reality sets and the govt wants to deliver, they will likely place a call to the likes of Seun that have made a difference outside of twitter than your sorry ass, known only for being an internet troll.
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Those of us reporting the crisis in Northeast
#Nigeria
are not the problem. Block off the attacks, there won't be anything to report, stop the lies, there won't be anything to refute. The best way out of this crisis is, accountability and transparency. This nation is ours too!
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They rarely read, when they do, they hardly comprehend. They are only good at insult because they lack the intelligence to engage in any intellectual exercise.
#Internettrolls
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#JonesAbiri
was arrested barely a month before I was declared a wanted person by the military. I was released less than 24 hours without any indictment while Jones remained in custody for two years without charge. Your VOICE that helped me then can also help
#FreeJonesAbiri
.
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Most of them are members of the Civilian JTF in Doron Baga. Their names are: Muhammad Na-Allah (from first left) Auwali, Grema and the last is a Naval personnel in the Military. Only one is yet to be named. I hope the nation will do the needful, the victims have families.
(Video) Islamic State West Africa (ISWA): Five Soldiers Simultaneously Executed in Borno, Nigeria - 01 April 2019 (Released via Amaq News Agency)
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Why do Nigerians use “Your Excellency” or “His Excellency” or “Her Excellency” to address top-ranking politicians? These are the same political leaders that have plundered the country dry, failed to provide security and basic amenities, so what is excellent about them?
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Very shameful to see many giving excuses when their tribe perpetrate heinous crimes but overly judgemental when it happens elsewhere.
Northwest is not banditry; it is terrorism.
Southeast is not UGM; it is terrorism.
We have always called out terrorism in the Northeast.
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CAN CHAIRMAN, ABDUCTED, CRIES OUT FROM BOKO HARAM CAMP
In a short recorded video Rev. Andimi declared that if its pleased God that he be released, he would be out, but if God decides not to get him out that they should look after his children.
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Insurgency in northeast, a new insurrection in southeast. Uprising in northwest and serious insecurity in north central and southwest Nigeria. Almost every motorway in the country is subject to kidnapping. 8 out of every 10 kidnappings go unsolved. The government has no strategy.
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Dear Nigerian politicians,
Working hard to provide basic amenities, improve security, ensure speedy development in the country does not stop you from getting wealthy, it will equally guarantee that you and your families are secure with your wealth.
Thank you very much.
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When your personality is stereotyped by a certain group of persons, they will never see you beyond the wall they created. No matter what you do, you are always whom they've framed in their mind, not who you are.
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ZAMFARA IN THE LAST 7 DAYS:
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Zamfara state in the last seven days is reeling helplessly, practically soaked in its own blood. Over 100 were reportedly slaughtered with as much number abducted. Some 20 students in a Madarasa are among the abducted.
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Just In: Boko Haram fighters currently burning down houses in Ajilari, at the outskirts of Maiduguri, not far from Gomari. Burning of houses or a whole community is a signature attack of Shekau’s faction. Important to note that Ajilari is in Maiduguri.
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A minister resigned for sending an official email with a private account. A Prime Minister resigned because of policy errors. As a Nigerian, I find this puzzling because our leaders snub the abduction and slaughter of thousands of Nigerians while still maintaining their jobs.
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Age can slow you down, a few years ago I wouldn't let go of some major news break or exclusives. Today, I weigh the pros and cons on a safety scale, and what age tells me is, it is not worth dying for. It is time to mentor young die hard reporters.
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There was an attack last night in Kukawa, I didn't report bcz I hate to be the first bearer of bad news, surprisingly a major attack like this is yet to make it to the news. Many lives were lost, lethal equipments have found its way into the hands of those bent on destroying us.
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It is more beneficial for any society to always point the flaws of their leaders than to sing blind praises. You are not elected and paid to be praised, you are elected to serve, to fix things for me and everyone.
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You want me to accept
#gayrights
, but you are not willing to accept my wife/daughter's rights and her choice to wear the
#fullhijab
? You cannot cherry-pick
#humanrights
, I absolutely have no problem with your choices as long as you respect the choices I make.
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We are an unteachable nation, we are simply not serious. There is nothing new to say anymore, I have said all the things that need to be averred in the last 10 years about the conflict in northern Nigeria. With this current mindset, it will only grow worse.
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In
#Nigeria
, the lives of citizens hold no value. We are all numbers, nothing ever moves us to act.
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Do not ridicule others simply because they disagree or don't back your political masters. I have seen young men here that attacked some of us for being critical of officials they were in bed with, but when they fall out, the same officials become more ruthless with them. Be wise.
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Surviving Nigeria is no small feat, to even be well and alive is a remarkable accomplishment.
#Nigeria
is tough and life can be short and brutal.
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Never wish for friends that will broadcast screen shots from a private conversation.
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ZAMFARA STATE IN THE LAST 7 DAYS continues to bleed. Bloodletting not abetting, conditions have remained grave and dangerous. The sources of pain for the people remain formidable.
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The stakes are greater than Kukah, we are in a state of anarchy and unless urgent and drastic measures are taken, we could cease to exist as a country.
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I'm no politician, I don't do fake news because my understanding of the
#LakeChad
is deep. I've reported as accurately as possible and updated my reports here as soon as I have it, since 2012. I have been threatened, several times, by both BH and officials.
#JournalismIsNotACrime
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The trolls are back, they are not questioning their idols who facilitated a huge ransom payment that will aggravate insecurity, but they are questioning our coverage of anarchy in Nigeria.
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Dear
#Dakar
, when I lived there briefly you demonstrated to me what law and order can do to a developing country. You proved to the world how disciplined you were at the
#fifaworldcup2018
. Your elections yesterday were so orderly and peaceful.
#Africa
should learn from
#Senegal
.
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Dear Nigerian military, you killed Baban Hassan on a Friday night, 3rd November 2017. His death and that of several other leaders of the group was known next day. Announcing this as breaking news and linking him with the abduction of Leah Sharibu in November 2018 is preposterous.
BREAKING: Military Kills Key Leader Of Group That Abducted Leah Sharibu.
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It is distressing that the roller coaster killing going on in
#Zamfara
has been reduced to gold mining control. Again, failure of intelligence. This crisis is complicated. Govt should roll up its sleeves, rebuild institutional confidence, ensure law and order across the land.
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Stop reporting, provide the info to the security authorities," says many tweeps. Gosh, I signed up for journalism, not a cop. If cops find any of my reporting useful, let them make use of it, but you can't turn every journo into a cop. Allow us do our jobs professionally, please.
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Understanding is deeper than knowledge. There are many people who know you, but there are very few who understand you.
~ unknown
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This is
#JonesAbiri
, he has been in detention for over two years.
#FreeJonesAbiri
now and
#JusticeForJonesAbiri
and his family.
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It's been a rough and tough 10 years for me, reporting conflict and insecurity. From arrests and detentions, to official ridicules and negative profiling by the media. No journalist should go through this.
#Journalismisnotacrime
.
#FreeThePress
#WorldPressFreedomDay
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The Nigerian Security agencies have interpreted Yele Sowore's pubic call for a march in protest against the government (
#RevolutionNow
), as incitement and treasonous. This is very disheartening.
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Just In: Two children between the ages of 5 and 11 were abducted today in their homes in Jos, Plateau State. One of the kid was kidnapped around 2am this morning and the other, moments ago, at 7pm. Both children are still in captivity and the families are traumatized.
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I just shook hands with
#JonesAbiri
in court. I am indeed very glad and thank you to all for your support.
@CPJAfrica
@pressfreedom
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#PiusAdesanmi
, a brilliant scholar and an open minded person. Your memory will always remind me to be a better person and to seek nothing short of good governance in
#Nigeria
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The civil society space in
#Nigeria
is shrinking at an alarming pace,
#PressFreedom
record is at it's worse since 1999. Why is the government threatened more by people and groups demanding accountability than from violent armed groups that end up with cash rewards and Amnesty?
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Why would the Senate President sponsor armed robbers? To do what, make money he already has? Why are the words of robbery suspects so believable to prompt such slander, doesn't the police have the capacity to investigate this and gather evidence quietly, if there are any at all?
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The fact that we still call this massacres banditry beats me. Remind me again, in which part of the world are people killed in such large numbers? Where else do we see this level of destruction other than in Northern Nigeria. This is beyond terrorism; this is war.
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ZAMFARA IN THE LAST 7 DAYS remains a state where human lives are short & brutish. The state & federal govts that have the responsibility to protect human lives no longer do so and they no longer pretend to offer condolences or condemnatn to the victims, death has become common.
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