Lawyers Alert Nigeria

02/09/2026

Ranching: What’s Your Take?

The Federal Government’s plan to establish ranches in Benue State has got people talking. But what do you think?

Could ranching help reduce farmer-herder conflicts and promote peace? What could it mean for farmers, herders, communities, and the future of agriculture in Benue?

🗣️ Let’s talk about it!

Join us tomorrow for a Facebook Live conversation. Bring your questions, opinions, and perspectives; we want to hear from you!

📅 Thursday
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Facebook Live

01/09/2026

Ranching in Benue State - What do you think?

The conversation is ongoing, and we want to hear your voice! 👇🏽

Are you FOR or AGAINST ranching in Benue State?

💚 FOR ranching
❤️ AGAINST ranching

Whatever your position, tell us why! Let’s have a respectful conversation and hear different perspectives.

🎙️ Join us LIVE on Facebook this Thursday by 11:00 AM.

Ranching in Benue State: Yes or No?
What’s your take? 👇🏽

28/08/2026

Dalori Community Commits to Ending Gender-Based Violence after Lawyers Alert Training

Dalori Community in Borno State has committed to preventing and ending gender-based violence (GBV) following a community engagement organised by Lawyers Alert. The engagement brought together 60 community members, 30 women and 30 men, to discuss GBV, harmful gender norms and the role of communities in preventing violence.

Following the training, participants committed to speaking out against GBV, challenging harmful practices, supporting survivors and promoting positive behaviours. Men were particularly encouraged to become active allies and influence other men and boys to reject violence.

The commitment marks a step towards building a safer community where women and men work together to prevent GBV and promote dignity, safety and gender equality. The activity was implemented under Lawyers Alert’s Male Feminist Network Project, with support fromAfrican Centre for Leadership, Strategy & Development .

27/08/2026

BENUE’S PEACEFUL PRIMARIES AND THE PROMISE OF GOOD GOVERNANCE

As party members gathered quietly at a primary election venue in Gboko, Rebecca, a local trader, watched with surprise. There were no fights, no shouting, and no signs of violence. People patiently waited for their turn to participate. Smiling, she turned to a friend and said, “This is the kind of politics we want.” For the first time in years, she felt confident that ordinary citizens could take part without fear....

As party members gathered quietly at a primary election venue in Gboko, Rebecca, a local trader, watched with surprise. There were no fights, no shouting, and no signs of violence. People patiently…

27/08/2026

Mining activities across communities in Africa go beyond the extraction of valuable minerals. For many mining-affected communities, insecurity, displacement, environmental degradation, loss of livelihoods, and limited access to healthcare are creating serious consequences for women and girls. These challenges can increase their vulnerability to sexual exploitation, teenage pregnancy, and sexual and gender-based violence.

Today, we turn attention to the human cost of mining and the urgent need for accountability, community protection, and access to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services for women and girls affected by mining, conflict, and displacement.

Who bears the greatest cost of mining, and what can be done to protect women, girls, and vulnerable communities?

26/08/2026

Traditional Leader in Borno State Endorses Male Feminist Movement and Gender Equality

The District Head of Aja, Dalori Community, Abba Anas Abba Umar, has endorsed the Male Feminist Movement following a courtesy visit by Lawyers Alert to his palace in Borno State. The visit provided an opportunity to introduce the movement, share its objectives, and discuss the importance of engaging men in promoting gender equality.

During the visit, Abba Anas Abba Umar expressed his support for the initiative, stressing the importance of involving men and traditional institutions in addressing harmful gender norms and promoting respect, fairness, and equal opportunities for women and girls. He encouraged continued engagement with communities and traditional leaders to advance positive social change.

His endorsement marks an important step towards strengthening community-level support for the Male Feminist Movement under our Network Building of Male Feminists in Support of Gender-Based Violence Prevention in Nigeria (Male Feminist Network) project, with support from African Centre for Leadership, Strategy & Development.

26/08/2026

The establishment of ranches in Benue State has sparked important conversations about agriculture, livestock production, land ownership, and the future of communities.

But how do you see it?

In your opinion, is the establishment of ranches:

🟢 Modernising agriculture and livestock production?
🔴 A threat to ancestral land and community ownership?
🟡 A potential solution if properly planned and implemented?
⚪ Something else?

We want to hear from you. Should ranches be established? YES/NO.

Share your views here: https://forms.gle/3PdJ1dXxcWTUjZ4e6

24/08/2026

BENUE, LET'S HEAR FROM YOU. 🗳️

The conversation around ranching continues to generate diverse opinions across Benue State. Now it's your turn to weigh in.

Should ranches be established in Benue State?

✅ YES
❌ NO

Vote with Yes or No, then tell us why.

Fill this form: https://forms.gle/apL4gU5QwyxfJgBb7

19/08/2026

World Humanitarian Day 🌍

Today, we celebrate the courage, compassion, and dedication of humanitarian workers who stand with people and communities in times of need.

Thank you for putting humanity first.

19/08/2026

Through legal support and intervention, we have continued to help people affected by HIV-related human rights violations access justice and appropriate remedies.

In this video, our beneficiaries share their experiences and how Lawyers Alert supported them in seeking justice and having their rights restored.

Have you, or do you know anyone who has experienced HIV-related stigma or discrimination? Contact us for free legal support and assistance.