Nigeria Urged to Protect Human Rights Amid Nationwide Protests

Upcoming Nationwide Protests in Nigeria What does Amnesty International’s Nigeria Director say? The Nigerian authorities must respect the right to peaceful protest. Government officials should not demonize protesters. Protests must not be used as an excuse to crackdown on human rights. What is driving the protests? Escalating food prices are deepening poverty in Nigeria. Families … Read more

Ensuring a Conflict-Free Sale of Shell Nigeria: A Crucial Humanitarian Concern

Reacting to the hiring by the Nigerian oil regulator of the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and S&P Global to help scrutinize the sale of Shell’s onshore assets in the country, Isa Sanusi, Amnesty International Nigeria Director, highlighted the importance of maintaining independence and avoiding conflicts of interest in the assessment process. Why is maintaining independence … Read more