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“Because You Found Your Voices and Spoke for Me, Nigeria Couldn’t Silence Me” – Dele Farotimi

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Human rights lawyer and activist Dele Farotimi has broken his silence days after his release from detention, thanking Nigerians for their overwhelming support.

Farotimi, known for his outspoken criticism of Nigeria’s legal and justice system, was arrested in Lagos on December 3, 2024, over allegations of defamation against legal luminary Afe Babalola.

On December 4, an Ekiti State Magistrate Court presided over by Abayomi Adeosun, ordered his remand in prison.

Days later, on December 6, the police levelled an additional 12-count charge against him, escalating the case’s profile.

After weeks of legal tussles, the court granted him bail on December 20, setting stringent conditions, including a N30 million bond, the submission of his international passport, and a ban on granting media interviews during the ongoing trial.

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In a heartfelt video now trending on social media, Farotimi expressed gratitude to the public for rallying behind him.

He remarked, “We lost our humanity when we allowed divisions to define us. But you refused to see me as just a Yoruba man or a Christian.

You spoke for me as a fellow human being. Because of your voices, Nigeria couldn’t silence me.

Your unity became my strength, and in that collective voice, we stood together.”


 

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Catholics in Benue Pray and Ask God to Bring Peace and End the Killings

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Catholics across Benue State came together on Thursday in a heartfelt prayer walk, seeking God’s help for peace to return to the troubled region. The walk, which drew large crowds from different parishes, was marked by hymns, placards, and quiet reflection. Priests, religious groups, and lay faithful joined in solidarity as they moved through the streets.

They also prayed for the victims of the recent violence, including those killed in the attack on Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area, where many lives were lost. Those who took part in the procession spoke out about the rising insecurity and called for healing, unity, and a renewed sense of justice in the state.


 

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Tinubu’s Surprise Visit to Benue Sparks Outrage Over Political Rally Amid Mourning

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The recent surprise visit to Benue State by President Bola Tinubu has stirred many reactions from the public.

It was reported that some school children who were outside were urged to welcome the president under the rain.

It was also noted that what started as a simple welcome turned into a political rally for the President and the Governor of the state.

This gained many criticisms from the public, especially online, as they shared their thoughts on the visit and the welcome. Many highlighted the fact that it was meant to be a condolence visit and not a celebratory event.


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President Tinubu Arrives in Benue Amid Ongoing Violence and Public Outcry

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It has been reported that President Bola Tinubu just arrived to Benue State amid the violence attacks happening.

It can be recalled that the state recently through a massacre as 200 lives were lost due to the violence attacks by armed people.

No solutions has been addresses to what will happen in Benue state, till now. President Tinubu arrives to Benue state, the people now hope for a solution to be given and justice to be served.


 

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