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Agbor in Mourning: Human-rights Volunteer Christabel Aminu Allegedly Killed in Her Home; Suspect Said to Be Prison Escapee

Agbor, Delta State — Residents of Agbor are in shock after the reported murder of human-rights volunteer and community activist Christabel Aminu, who was found dead in her home earlier this week. Early online reports say the assailant is a prison escapee who has since been arrested in connection with the ki lling. According to local online outlets and social media posts by fellow activists, Aminu — described as a volunteer and known in the community for her rights work — was attacked inside her apartment in Ika South Local Government Area. Initial accounts say her phone, jewelry and other valuables were taken. Several posts identify the suspect as a man who recently escaped custody; social-media posts and community commentary give the name in varying spellings (for example, Michael Ezenwai / Micheal Ezeuwali). Activists and community leaders have publicly called for a swift prosecution and for authorities to ensure the matter is transparently handled. Human-rights campaigner Harr...

Tension mounts over the Islamization of Nigeria

Some Nigerians have raised concerns that there is an attempt by the present administration to Islamize Nigeria in violation of the secular nature of the country. These concerns were recently expressed by the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) which alleged that President Muhammadu Buhari is bent on Islamising Nigeria through the adoption of Islamic policies. The […] The post Tension mounts over the Islamization of Nigeria appeared first on Nigeria News today & Breaking news | Nigerian newspapers.

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