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29/03/2026

PRESS STATEMENT 29 March 2026

*HARDSHIP, INSECURITY, AND IMMUNITY FOR IMPUNITY: CDHR CHALLENGES PRESIDENT TINUBU TO MATCH WORDS WITH ACTION AT 74*

The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) extends its acknowledgment to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his 74th birthday and notes his message to Nigerians marking the day.

While we recognize and commend certain developmental strides recorded under this administration, particularly a bit in infrastructural development but with little or no complimentary efforts from the state governors ,electoral act amendment though with lacunas as escape for unqualified and persons of questionable characters to enjoy underserved mandate, educational support initiatives such as NELFUND among few others, we are compelled, as a foremost human rights organization and by conscience, to express deep concern over the worsening hardship confronting the Nigerian people.

The socio-economic realities across the country have reached alarming proportions. The hardship being experienced by millions of Nigerians is fast becoming unbearable. Rising inflation, declining purchasing power, and the increasing inability of citizens to meet basic needs have plunged many into misery. Patients can no longer afford essential medications, and families struggle daily for survival. These realities demand urgent, decisive, and people-centered interventions beyond assurances of hope.

CDHR is particularly disturbed by what appears to be a lack of political will in addressing corruption holistically. The administration’s anti-corruption war is increasingly perceived as selective. It is disheartening that individuals accused of corruption often find refuge and absolves once they align with the ruling political structure, they seem to enjoy immunity for their impunity. This trend undermines public trust and weakens the moral foundation of governance.

Furthermore, we must unequivocally condemn the continued subjugation of Local Government administrations by State Governors. Despite the President’s stated commitment to grassroots governance, many Governors have effectively rendered Local Governments toothless, denying them autonomy and crippling their ability to serve the people.

This unconstitutional stranglehold persists to the knowledge of the Federal Government, yet decisive action has not been taken. Political considerations must not override constitutional order and democratic principles, the State Governors are not justifying the increased Federal Allocation, charge the anti-graft agencies to go after them now, corporate and indiscriminate looting is presently the order of the day under your administration, obnoxious policies of many state Governors have displaced many citizens and reduced their humanity.

It is also troubling that some Governors have seemingly abandoned governance in their respective states, preferring instead to operate as de facto aides to you Mr. President, restore sanity now, define your cabinet and get them to work, their states suffer neglect under the control of proxies and collaborators. This dereliction of duty has exacerbated the suffering of citizens at the grassroots.

On the issue of insecurity, CDHR acknowledges the courage and sacrifices of the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies. However, we must state without equivocation that the results on ground do not reflect the scale of efforts claimed. The loss of lives due to terrorism, banditry, and other forms of violent crime remains unacceptably high. Right to life, the most fundamental of all rights has become dangerously cheap and predictably negotiable.

The right to life is the foundation upon which all other human rights stand. Its persistent violation across the country calls into question the effectiveness of current security strategies. While international collaborations are welcome, they cannot substitute for strong, coordinated, and locally responsive security frameworks.

We reject the narrative that external factors such as the Middle East crisis are solely responsible for Nigeria’s economic woes. The economic hardship faced by Nigerians predates such developments and is largely rooted in domestic policy choices. Some policies of this administration have had severe anti-people consequences, and it is imperative that they are urgently reviewed.

On this occasion of your birthday, Mr. President, CDHR calls on you to engage in sincere reflection on the state of the nation. Nigerians deserve more than symbolic optimism, they deserve tangible improvements in their quality of life, genuine accountability in governance, and unwavering commitment to the protection of their rights and dignity.

We urge your administration to recalibrate its economic policies, strengthen its anti-corruption stance without bias, enforce Local Government autonomy, and take more decisive action to secure lives and property across the federation.

Once again, we extend our congratulations to you on your 74th birthday and hope that this new year in your life will mark a renewed commitment to justice, equity, and the protection of human rights in Nigeria.

Signed for: Committee for the Defence of Human Rights.
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Comr. ‘Yinka Folarin
National President, CDHR
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Comr. Adewunmi Adesina
National Publicity Secretary, CDHR [email protected] 08033304605

27/03/2026

26 March 2026
PRESS STATEMENT

CDHR WARNS POLITICAL PARTIES AGAINST FIELDING CANDIDATES WITH QUESTIONABLE CHARACTER, CHARGES ANTI-GRAFT AGENCIES TO BEAM SEARCHLIGHT ON OUTGOING GOVERNORS AND THEIR CARBINET MEMBERS.

The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR), as a pro-democracy organization, considers it a fundamental duty to contribute to the consolidation and survival of Nigeria’s crawling democracy. In this regard, CDHR strongly cautions all political parties against fielding individuals with criminal records, questionable credentials, or those who have previously failed the Nigerian people in positions of trust.It is imperative that political parties refrain from recycling unpopular figures whose track records undermine public confidence in governance and democratic processes.

CDHR expresses deep concern over the traditional trend of presenting candidates who lack integrity and credibility. We consider such actions not only eroding public trust but also risk breeding voter apathy and disinterest in the electoral process.

Political parties are further urged to shun campaigns of calumny and instead present clear, issue-based manifestos to the electorate. Nigerians must not be denied their democratic right to ask questions, scrutinize candidates, and make informed choices.
While political parties retain the constitutional right to nominate candidates of their choice, this responsibility must be exercised with due diligence, transparency, and without undue monetary influence.

In the same vein, CDHR calls on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other anti-corruption agencies to intensify scrutiny of outgoing Governors and members of their cabinets who may have engaged in the looting of state resources. There are credible concerns that some of these individuals are seeking refuge in the National Assembly (SENATE) as a means of evading accountability. Reports also suggest that looted public funds are being laundered through proxies and capital flight,
further depriving citizens of their collective wealth.

CDHR charges citizens to speak out, evaluate the performance of their state governors, and be ready to expose cases of failure and looting of their common wealth.

The EFCC and other anti-graft agencies must be prepared to track and prosecute all criminal conspirators, whether in the civil service or the private sector. CDHR is under no obligation to be economical with the truth; therefore, it remains committed to challenging any state governor or public office holder at any level suspected of looting the commonwealth.

CDHR insists that there must be no escape route for corrupt public officials. Immunity must not be abused as a shield for impunity, and there should be no selective justice, irrespective of political affiliation. All anti-graft agencies must rise to the occasion if the fight against corruption is to be taken seriously. Corruption must not be handled with kid gloves.

Furthermore, CDHR charges its constituent branches and units across the country to remain vigilant and proactive by demanding accountability at all levels of government. The organisation encourages the activation and full utilisation of the Freedom of Information Act, 2011, as a tool for transparency.

The National Secretariat of CDHR is committed to engaging relevant institutions and, where necessary, deploying legal mechanisms to compel the release of information in accordance with the law.

CDHR also urges all members of the public to actively demand accountability from public office holders, noting that it is both a civic responsibility and a fundamental right of every citizen in a democratic society.

The CDHR will continue to closely monitor political developments as they unfold, particularly at this critical period when political parties are commencing the process of candidate selection.

Any attempt to undermine the will of the people will ultimately be counterproductive and detrimental to democratic governance.

*Signed: For the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights CDHR*

Comr. ‘Yinka Folarin
National President
[email protected]

Comr. Adewunmi Adesina
National Publicity Secretary [email protected]
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25/03/2026

PRESS STATEMENT 25 March 2026

*CDHR REJECTS POWER MINISTER ADELABU’S APOLOGY, DEMANDS IMMEDIATE RESIGNATION*

The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) unequivocally rejects the recent apology tendered by the Honourable Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, over the persistent and crippling electricity outages across Nigeria. While the Minister’s admission of failure is noted, it falls far short of the accountability, competence, and urgency required to address the deepening energy crisis that continues to suffocate the Nigerian people.

Nigerians have endured countless apologies and recycled promises from successive administrations and Ministers, all of which have yielded little or no meaningful improvement in power supply. This latest apology merely reinforces a long-standing pattern of deception, excuses, and failed commitments. It is both unacceptable and insulting that the same narratives are being repeated while citizens and businesses suffer unprecedented hardship.

The Minister’s claim that the current crisis is “temporary” and largely due to factors beyond his control is a familiar refrain that Nigerians have heard time and time again. Such explanations do not absolve him of responsibility. Leadership demands results, not excuses. The so-called timelines and assurances of improvement within “two weeks” are not only unrealistic but echo similar unfulfilled projections made in the past.

Furthermore, the promise to achieve 6,000 megawatts before the end of 2026 lacks credibility in the face of ongoing systemic failures, poor infrastructure, and weak policy ex*****on. Nigerians cannot continue to live on projections while remaining trapped in darkness.

It is increasingly evident that Chief Adebayo Adelabu is more preoccupied with political ambitions than with delivering concrete solutions to Nigeria’s electricity challenges. His performance so far reflects a troubling lack of direction, urgency, and innovation. It is therefore not out of place for.

Nigerians to now regard him as a “Minister of Darkness,” given his apparent contribution to the worsening state of power supply.

The ongoing failure of the power sector under his watch is also a direct indictment of the so-called Renewed Hope Agenda, which has yet to translate into tangible benefits for the masses. Instead of renewed hope, Nigerians are confronted daily with renewed hardship, economic losses, and declining quality of life.

CDHR asserts that Nigerians have been mocked enough. The continued cycle of apologies without action is ignoble and unacceptable. It is unjust to keep subjecting citizens to suffering while those in positions of authority evade responsibility.

In light of the foregoing, CDHR hereby demands the immediate resignation of Chief Adebayo Adelabu as Minister of Power. His continued stay in office serves no purpose other than to prolong inefficiency, deepen public frustration, and erode whatever confidence remains in the government’s ability to deliver on its promises.

Nigeria deserves leadership that is competent, accountable, and genuinely committed to solving its problems, not one that thrives on excuses and empty assurances.

Enough is enough.

E-Signed: For the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights CDHR

Comr. ‘Yinka Folarin
National President, CDHR
[email protected]
Comr.Adewunmi Adesina
National Publicity Secretary, CDHR [email protected] 08033304605

06/02/2026

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01/02/2026

CDHR Congratulates Newly Elected National Executive Committee at Abeokuta AGC 2025

The leadership and entire membership of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) have extended warm congratulations to the newly elected members of the National Executive Committee (NEC) who emerged at the just concluded Annual General Conference (AGC 2025) held at the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Conference Centre, Abeokuta, Ogun State, between Thursday, 30th January and Saturday, 1st February, 2026.

The conference, which brought together delegates from branches across the federation, was marked by robust deliberations, democratic engagement, and a renewed commitment to the defence of human rights, rule of law, and social justice in Nigeria. At the climax of the conference, elections were conducted, leading to the emergence of the following comrades as members of the National Executive Committee:

National President: Comrade Yinka Folarin (Ogun State Branch)

National Vice President: Comrade Alli Attahiru (Kaduna State Branch)

National General Secretary: Comrade Afees Idril Olayinka (Kwara State Branch)

National Assistant General Secretary: Comrade Ejike Nwokoro (Abuja, FCT Branch)

National Treasurer: Comrade Hellen Akomolafe (Ekiti State Branch)

Legal Adviser: Comrade Henry Ekinni (Rivers State Branch)

National Publicity Secretary: Comrade Adewunmi N. Adesina (Lagos State Branch)

Internal Auditor: Comrade Osaigbowo (Delta State Branch)

The election of these comrades reflects the confidence reposed in them by delegates and members nationwide, based on their proven track records, dedication, and years of commitment to the ideals and struggles of the CDHR.

Members of the organisation have expressed optimism that the new NEC will provide purposeful, transparent, and inclusive leadership, capable of repositioning the CDHR to effectively respond to contemporary human rights challenges in Nigeria.

As the new leadership assumes office, they are urged to uphold the core values of the organisation, strengthen internal democracy, and work collectively to advance the cause of human rights, accountability, and good governance.

Once again, congratulations to the newly elected National Executive Committee. The task ahead is demanding, but the confidence of the membership is strong. ✊🏽

01/02/2026

*CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR ELECTION AS NATIONAL PUBLICITY SECRETARY OF THE COMMITTEE FOR THE DEFENCE OF HUMAN RIGHTS (CDHR)*

We, the leadership and members of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR), Lagos State Branch hereby extend our warmest congratulations and heartfelt felicitation to Comrade Adewumi Nurudeen Adesina on his well-deserved emergence as the National Publicity Secretary of the Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR), National Body.

Your election into this strategic national office is a clear testament to the confidence reposed in you by delegates and members of the organization across the country. It equally reflects the recognition of your long years of sacrifice, consistency, resilience, and unyielding commitment to the defence of fundamental human rights, democratic values, and social justice in Nigeria.

Comrade Adewumi’s antecedents within the CDHR family speak eloquently of his capacity and readiness for this responsibility. As a former Treasurer and Secretary of the Lagos State Branch, and a Chairmanship candidate who won the June 2025 Lagos State Branch election before it was fraudulently schemed against and subsequently cancelled, you have remained steadfast, principled, and unwavering in your belief in justice, internal democracy, and accountability. Rather than dampen your spirit, those experiences further strengthened your resolve and commitment to the struggle.

Widely known as a die-hard activist, fearless campaigner, and vocal human rights defender, your emergence as National Publicity Secretary comes at a critical time when the image, voice, and ideological clarity of CDHR must be projected with courage, credibility, and consistency. We are confident that your deep understanding of the organization, your clarity of thought, and your proven activism will greatly enhance the visibility, integrity, and public engagement of CDHR at the national level.

As you assume this vital role, we urge you to discharge your duties with professionalism, transparency, discipline, and the same uncompromising commitment that have defined your activism over the years. We have no doubt that you will deploy the office of the National Publicity Secretary to boldly articulate the position of CDHR, defend the oppressed, challenge injustice, and strengthen the organization’s relevance in the ongoing struggle for human dignity and the rule of law.

Please accept our sincere congratulations and best wishes for a successful, impactful, and progressive tenure. Be assured of our solidarity, cooperation, and unwavering support as you take on this noble assignment in service to humanity and the Nigerian people.

Once again, congratulations, Comrade.

Aluta continua, victoria ascerta.

Comr Moruf Giwa
CDHR, Lagos State

30/01/2026

CDHR Sets Agenda for Rule of Law Reform at 2025 Annual General Conference in Abeokuta

“Advancing and Defending the Rule of Law in Nigeria: Stakeholders’ Tragedy and the Way Forward”

The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR), Nigeria’s foremost human rights advocacy organisation, hereby announces its 2025 Annual General Conference (AGC), a landmark gathering aimed at deepening national discourse on the rule of law, accountability, and democratic governance in Nigeria.

Held under the enduring banner “My Right Is My Right Is My Right,” the conference will convene human rights defenders, civil society actors, labour leaders, legal practitioners, policymakers, and concerned citizens to critically examine the challenges confronting the rule of law and to chart a practical path forward.

Conference Details

Date:
Friday, 30th January – Sunday, 1st February 2026

Venue:
Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Hall
Leme, Abeokuta, Ogun State

Host:
Comrade Debo Adeniran
National President, CDHR

Chief Host:
Mr. Femi Falana, SAN
Chairman, Board of Trustees (BOT), CDHR

Programme Highlights

Arrival and Accreditation of Delegates

National Executive Council (NEC) Meeting

Opening Ceremony

Conference Lecture

Annual General Conference (AGC) Business Session

Biennial Elections

The conference is expected to generate robust engagement, policy-relevant insights, and renewed commitment to defending civil liberties and strengthening democratic institutions across the country.

All delegates, members, stakeholders, partners, and friends of human rights are warmly invited to attend and actively participate.

As CDHR reaffirms its long-standing creed:
“An injury to one is an injury to all.”

Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR)
Defending rights. Upholding justice. Strengthening democracy.

17/01/2026

Court Orders Arrest in ‘Walidah’ Case — DSS Officer Detained as NBA Demands Swift Justice

Dutse / Abuja, January 2026 — A magistrate’s court in Jigawa State has ordered the arrest and investigation of a Department of State Services (DSS) officer accused of abducting, forcibly converting and sexually abusing a teenage girl from Hadejia, a case that has prompted calls for immediate accountability from the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA).

Magistrate Sadisu Musa granted an application filed by counsel Kabiru Adamu on behalf of the victim’s family, directing the Jigawa State Police Command to arrest Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi and carry out a “discreet and thorough investigation” under the Administration of Criminal Justice Law. The court also ordered the DSS to release the victim and reunite her with her family.

The victim’s father, 45-year-old farmer Malam Abdulhadi Ibrahim, told Daily Trust that his daughter, Walida Ibrahim, vanished from the family home more than two years ago while he was at work. Abdulhadi said the family later learned she was reportedly being held in Abuja and that she had been converted from Islam to Christianity, impregnated and gave birth while still a minor.

“We searched everywhere in Hadejia, but we could not find her,” Abdulhadi said, describing two years of anguish that ended only after a caller told the family the girl was in Abuja. He said the ordeal took a heavy toll on the family and that Walida’s mother died two months ago, allegedly from the stress of her daughter’s disappearance.

Walida’s uncle, Muhammad Badamasi Ibrahim, recounted being directed to a location near Kuchigoro and to DSS quarters in Abuja, where he was told the girl would be married to a colleague. He said efforts to secure her release were rebuffed and that he feared for her safety.

The petition that triggered court action was lodged by a group of lawyers under Gamji Lawchain on behalf of Abdulhadi Ibrahim. The petition alleges unlawful detention, sexual exploitation, forced religious conversion and the birth of a child while the victim was underage. It calls for the immediate suspension, arrest and prosecution of any DSS personnel found complicit, and for an independent inquiry into the alleged abuses.

In response, the DSS confirmed it had detained an active staff member, Ifeanyi Onyewuenyi, who is being investigated over allegations that he forcefully converted and married the girl. The Service’s Deputy Director of Public Relations, Favour Dozie, said the DSS had no record of another name circulating in reports but that Onyewuenyi had been arrested and would be investigated. “Such acts are against our regulations and the laid-down code of conduct,” the statement said, adding that the outcome of the probe would be made public.

The Dutse branch of the Nigerian Bar Association has urged full compliance with the court order and demanded a “swift, transparent, thorough and impartial investigation” to determine culpability and ensure the victim’s protection and reunification with her family. Barr. G. H. Umaru, chairman of the branch, said the NBA would monitor developments closely and insisted that justice must be “seen to be done” for the victim and her family.

The matter is now before the courts and under criminal investigation. Authorities have been urged to prioritize the safety of the victim and to ensure that any officers implicated are held to account.

18/12/2025

When Silence Becomes Complicity: A Father’s Failure and the Abuse of Innocent Children

In a disturbing interview, the man at the centre of this case openly admitted that he is unworthy of being called a father. He confirmed that his new wife routinely abused his children, yet throughout the interview he appeared evasive, incoherent, and determined to deflect responsibility rather than confront the truth.

Most heartbreaking was the composure and courage of his 8-year-old child, who spoke clearly and confidently—so much so that he corrected the man when he attempted to minimize or conceal the circumstances surrounding his injuries. It is a tragic indictment of adult failure when a child must speak up because the person entrusted with their protection refuses to do so.

After the death of the children’s mother in June last year following a battle with cancer, these minors were exposed to severe suffering within a short period. Reports indicate repeated physical abuse, visible injuries, and deliberate denial of access to education. Instead of being shielded during a vulnerable time, they were subjected to cruelty and neglect in their own home.

This case is not only heartbreaking; it represents a grave breach of children’s fundamental human rights. Every child has the right to life, dignity, protection from abuse, education, and a safe family environment. These rights are enshrined in international child protection standards and Nigeria’s Child Rights Act. Preventing children from attending school constitutes educational neglect, while physical abuse and failure to intervene amount to cruel, inhuman, and degrading treatment. A parent’s silence in the face of such abuse is not neutrality—it is complicity.

The father bears responsibility not only for what was done, but also for what he failed to do. His neglect and inaction enabled the abuse to continue. Justice demands accountability for all adults involved, and urgent intervention to remove the children to a place of safety.

A Call to Responsibility

To fathers who remarry: vigilance is not optional. If your children live with you, their safety is your duty. Ask questions. Observe closely. Speak up. Defend them without hesitation. Abuse must never be hidden or excused.

To mothers facing separation or unsafe marriages: where possible and necessary, prioritize the safety of your children. Too often, children become the silent victims of adult decisions.

This case stands as one of the most chilling examples of betrayal within the family unit. The immediate priority must be the protection, rehabilitation, and emotional healing of these children—and the firm application of the law to ensure such cruelty is neither ignored nor repeated. 💔

05/12/2025

Using Police to Settle Civil Matters is Abuse and you can be Sued for It.

A lot of people now use the police as their personal weapon:

“You owe me money, I will arrest you.”
“You disappointed me, I’ll lock you up.”
“You didn’t deliver the job, I’m taking you to the station.”
“You broke a business agreement, I’ll show you.”

But here is the FACT

Not every issue is a police case. Some matters are purely civil, not criminal.

Civil matters include:
🥢 Debt
🥢 Business disagreements
🥢 Failed contracts
🥢 Money disputes
🥢Uncompleted jobs
🥢 Broken promises

These are issues for court, not police. When you use the police to intimidate, threaten, arrest, or harass someone over a civil matter, the law calls it ABUSE OF PROCESS and that abuse can bounce back on your head.

YES THE PERSON YOU REPORTED CAN SUE YOU.

If the person you dragged to the station decides to fight back, they can file a Fundamental Rights Enforcement Suit at the High Court and guess what?

They can sue:
✔ The police officers who arrested them
✔ The police station
✔ The Commissioner of Police and;
✔ you the person who reported the case
You are not shielded because “the police did the arrest.”The court sees you as the one who started the unlawful process.

Using police for civil matters can violate the person’s:

🥢 Right to personal liberty
🥢 Right to dignity
🥢 Right to freedom of movement
🥢 Right to fair hearing

Once any of these rights are violated, the person has the power to take you to court and fundamental rights cases are not jokes.

If the court rules against you, get ready for:
✔ Paying monetary compensation
✔ Damages for embarrassment and unlawful detention
✔ Public apology
✔ Court orders against the police officers
✔ Declaration that your action was illegal

People have paid hundreds of thousands even millions simply because they used police for “ordinary business issue.”

Ignorance is expensive.
The truth you must accept

Debt is not a crime.
Business disagreement is not a crime.
Failed promises are not crimes.
Uncompleted job is not a crime.
Stop turning personal issues into police matters.

The smart way out if you have a civil dispute:
🥢Try settlement
🥢 Try mediation
🥢 Involve a lawyer
🥢 File a civil case
🥢 Follow due process

Don’t use police for emotional revenge.The law may teach you a lesson you will never forget.

Police are for crimes not disagreement.
Know the difference.
Use the right channel.
Protect yourself.

©️Confidence Aribibia
I remain your favorite lawyer💕

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15/11/2025

When Home Becomes a Memory: The Plea of Orphaned Siblings Seeking Justice in Nasarawa State

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My name is Miss Tinyang Blessing Matthias, from Lafia, Nasarawa State.
I share this story not to seek pity, but because my siblings and I have reached a breaking point—a place where carrying this burden alone has become impossible.

Our suffering began years ago:

In 2018, we lost our mother.

In February 2019, our father disappeared along the Takum–Katsina Ala road. Despite endless searching and years of hope, he never returned. He was later declared dead.

From that moment, we became orphans—left alone to navigate life with no parents, no guidance, and no support.

While we were struggling to survive, something happened that deepened our pain. Without our knowledge, my uncle, Mr. Williams Hosea, secretly sold our father’s house—the only inheritance we had. We were never informed, and we received nothing, not even a single naira.

He sold the house to Mr. Mike Galadima, our neighbour—someone who knew our parents, who knew we were orphaned, yet chose to take advantage of our vulnerability. The house was sold in 2022 behind our backs.

Not long after, my life took another painful turn. I was stripped naked by a lecturer, and the video was circulated online. Human rights groups and lawyers stepped in, and when they asked about my background, I narrated our story, including the issue of the house.

They took up the matter immediately.

Mr. Mike was arrested and signed an undertaking never to disturb us again.
My uncle agreed to refund the money.
We were finally able to return to our father’s house with the hope that the crisis was over.

But secretly—and without the knowledge of my siblings, my uncle, or even the lawyer handling the matter—Mr. Mike went to court.

The lawyer who was supposed to represent us and process the refund unfortunately passed away earlier this year.

By the time we began receiving court notices, it was already late.
We had no legal representation.
No chance to explain ourselves.
No opportunity to defend our rights.

Before we could fully understand what was happening, officials came and forcefully evicted us from our father’s house—the only place that tied us to our parents, the only home we had left in the world.

Today:

We are homeless again.

We have nowhere to sleep.

No family support.

No parents.

No stability.

And adding to our suffering, Mr. Mike is now claiming that we threatened his life—a false accusation that further endangers us. We are not criminals. We are not violent. We are simply struggling orphans fighting for the only inheritance our parents left behind.

We are appealing to human rights organizations, civil society groups, legal aid bodies, and compassionate individuals both within Nigeria and across the world:

Please help us.
Help us secure justice.
Help us regain shelter.
Help us rebuild the future that has been repeatedly taken from us.

We can no longer fight this battle alone.

For verification, assistance, or intervention, please contact:

Mr. Daniel Likam (Uncle): +234 703 790 1905

Mr. Stephen Ramson (Guardian): +234 703 132 6466

Amb. Rikwense Muri (Human Rights Advocate): +234 703 523 8019

Thank you for listening.
Thank you for standing with us.
Thank you for choosing justice and humanity.

Miss Tinyang Blessing Matthias
Lafia, Nasarawa State
13th November 2025

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