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Trump’s Ukraine Aid Cuts Undermine Justice for Russian War Crimes

Investigations into alleged Russian war crimes in Ukraine are facing severe strain after the Trump administration slashed millions in U.S. funding for war-crimes accountability initiatives, jeopardizing efforts to document atrocities and prosecute perpetrators. The U.S. once championed accountability for some of the world's worst atrocities, but the Trump administration has cut tens of millions of dollars in funding for these initiatives as part of a broader strategy to prioritize domestic interests under its "America First" agenda. Since 2022, Reuters has tracked over $283 million in U.S. funding designated for war-crimes initiatives in Ukraine. Roksolana Makar, who leads the organization Truth Hounds and braved icy roads and drone strikes to interview torture survivors in Izium, expressed grave concern over diminishing prospects for accountability. The U.S. cessation of funding has left her organization and many others struggling to continue documenting crucial evidence […]

SERAP Urges UN To Act On Nigeria’s Insecurity Crisis

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres to urgently act on Nigeria’s escalating insecurity crisis, warning that it threatens regional and international peace. In an open letter dated May 30, 2026, signed by SERAP’s deputy director Kolawole Oluwadare, the group urged Guterres to invoke Article 99 of the UN Charter and formally bring Nigeria’s worsening situation—marked by mass abductions, killings, attacks on civilians, displacement, and other grave human rights violations—to the attention of the UN Security Council. SERAP asked the UN chief to encourage regular and public Security Council briefings on insecurity, abductions, and humanitarian consequences in Nigeria, and to request systematic reporting by relevant UN bodies on attacks, displacement, and their wider impact on civilians. The organisation also urged him to publicly call on Nigerian authorities to uphold their human rights […]

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AY Makun Calls for National Unity in Fight Against Insecurity

Popular Nigerian comedian, actor, and filmmaker Ayo Makun, widely known as AY Makun, has called for national unity in the fight against Nigeria's escalating insecurity, describing the country as turning into a "crime scene" amid rising bandit attacks and kidnappings. AY Makun argued that financial ties to political interests can weaken accountability in Nigeria's security and governance system. He emphasized that Nigerians must unite across ethnic, religious, and political lines to demand real action from the government and security agencies to end the crisis. The comedian's comments come amid recent attacks involving school kidnappings, killings of security personnel, and increased bandit activities across Nigeria. He wrote that bandits now storm churches to kill and abduct Christians, while children are kidnapped from schools and even a Brigadier General was shot dead. AY lamented that "every day brings fresh chaos yet the […]

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Immigration boss condemns border extortion allegations

The Nigeria Immigration Service has condemned allegations of extortion against its personnel along the Lagos Seme border corridor and taken disciplinary action against senior officers. Comptroller General of Immigration Kemi Nanna Nandap ordered an investigation into the alleged misconduct, describing the behaviour shown in videos and reports as unacceptable and a clear breach of the Service’s core values and standards. In a statement signed by the Service’s Public Relations Officer, Akinsola Akinlabi, the NIS announced that the Controllers in charge of the affected commands have been temporarily relieved of their duties pending the outcome of the probe. Nandap directed that all officers involved be identified and that appropriate disciplinary measures be applied without delay once the investigation is concluded. The Service reassured Nigerians that it remains committed to providing professional, transparent and efficient services at all points of entry and […]

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Governance and Public Trust Issues in Togo

Au Togo, la frontière entre l’intérêt public et les intérêts privés semble s’être progressivement effacée. Ce phénomène, loin d’être accidentel, apparaît comme le résultat d’un système durable où la gestion des ressources publiques est régulièrement remise en question. Dans ce contexte, l’attribution des marchés publics suscite de nombreuses critiques. Des observateurs évoquent des circuits fermés où les mêmes acteurs économiques et réseaux familiaux se retrouvent à la fois du côté des décideurs et des bénéficiaires. Les projets d’infrastructures, souvent annoncés avec des budgets élevés, peinent parfois à justifier leurs coûts ou à se concrétiser dans les délais annoncés. Certains chantiers restent inachevés pendant des années, alimentant le scepticisme des populations. Par ailleurs, les mécanismes de contrôle institutionnel, notamment ceux de la Cour des comptes, produisent régulièrement des rapports détaillés sur la gestion des finances publiques. Toutefois, l’impact concret de ces […]

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Tems explains why she wants a God fearing partner

Nigerian Grammy winning singer Tems has opened up about the kind of partner she wants, saying she can never marry for love alone. She explained that beyond emotions, she places a lot of value on faith, accountability and a deep sense of responsibility in a relationship. Tems said her partner has to be a God fearing man because she believes true love requires a higher standard than personal feelings. According to her, someone who does not answer to God or any higher authority may not feel bound to keep long term commitments. She questioned how a person who sees himself as the god of his own life can genuinely promise lifelong love and loyalty. In her view, such a person could easily walk away when things become difficult because there is no deeper sense of accountability guiding his decisions. Tems […]

Nigeria is poor because we celebrate thieves – Obi

Former Anambra State governor Peter Obi says Nigeria remains poor because the country celebrates corrupt people instead of holding them accountable. He argued that Nigeria is not truly a poor nation but has been made poor by years of bad leadership and a culture that rewards those who steal public funds.​​ Obi said that in many cases, people who have looted public resources are honoured with chieftaincy titles, front row seats at public events and loud celebrations, instead of being questioned about the source of their wealth.​ He compared Nigeria with other countries where citizens resist bad governance, stressing that Nigerians often sing, dance and praise leaders who have failed them, even when millions are living in hardship.​​ According to him, the main problem is that “thieves” are allowed to manage national resources, and this has led to widespread poverty, […]

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Reps seek tighter defence accountability in 2026 budget

The House of Representatives Committee on Defence has called for stricter accountability, result driven spending and a comprehensive security strategy in the 2026 defence budget. Chairman of the committee, Babajimi Benson, made the call in Abuja as the panel began budget defence sessions with the Ministry of Defence and its agencies.​ Benson described the exercise as a sacred constitutional duty and a key stage in the appropriation process. He said it provides a platform for rigorous scrutiny, constructive engagement and mutual accountability in the interest of national security.​ He praised the Armed Forces and security agencies for gains recorded against insurgency, terrorism and other crimes across various theatres of operation. However, he warned that persistent security challenges show the need for deeper reforms, better coordination and smarter use of limited resources.​ Benson stressed that higher allocations must come with measurable […]

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Obi challenges Tinubu over failed power promise after new grid collapse

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has questioned President Bola Tinubu over his campaign promise to deliver steady electricity, following another collapse of Nigeria’s national grid in January 2026. In a statement posted on his verified X account on Wednesday, Obi recalled Tinubu’s 2022 campaign pledge that if he failed to provide stable power in his first four years in office, Nigerians should not vote for him for a second term. He said the recent power failures clearly contradict that promise and should concern all Nigerians. Obi noted that the national grid had already collapsed twice in January 2026, even before the end of the month, and about twelve times in 2025. He described the frequent collapses as a sign of deep problems in the power sector, despite repeated assurances from the government. He also criticised President Tinubu’s frequent […]

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