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Arbitrary Discontinuance of Criminal Cases by the Police

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Justice Undermined: The Problem of Arbitrary Discontinuance of Criminal Cases by the Police in Nigeria Introduction In a country where victims of crime already struggle to access justice, a troubling pattern has emerged in Nigeria’s criminal justice system—the arbitrary discontinuance of criminal cases by the police, often without the knowledge or consent of the nominal […]

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Restoring Hope at Keffi Correctional Centre

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On May 8, 2025, the Asabe Waziri Justice Advocacy Initiative (AWJAI) had the honour of accompanying the Chief Judge of the FCT, Hon. Justice Husseini Baba-Yusuf, on a critical intervention visit to the Keffi Correctional Centre. This initiative, led by the Administration of Criminal Justice Monitoring Committee (ACJMC), is part of our ongoing efforts to

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PSC Chair Warns Against Financial Inducement

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Police Inspectors Promotion Interview (DSB) – PSC Chair Warns Against Financial Inducement, says any officer/s contributing money for promotion will be sanctioned The Departmental Selection Board (DSB) interview for Inspectors due for promotion to the next rank of unconfirmed Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASP 2) will be held at the 17 Police Zonal Command Headquarters

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NJC Removes Uzodinma – Appointed Acting Imo CJ

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The National Judicial Council (NJC) on Wednesday reversed the appointment of Justice Theophilus Nnamdi Nzeukwu, the Acting Chief Judge of Imo State while also directing the governor, Hope Uzodinma, to appoint the most senior Judge in acting capacity. NJC also gave Justice Nzeukwuas seven days to show cause why disciplinary action should not be taken

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Confronting Intimidation with Justice

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When Chidera reached out to the Asabe Waziri Justice Advocacy Initiative (AWJAI), he was anxious and unsure of what to do. Confronting intimidation with justice, he stood his ground after his landlord had shown up with police officers from the police station near where he lives in Abuja, he was coerced into signing an undertaking

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PSC Chair Demands Accountability

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Governing board members must be ready to account for their stewardship and must ensure that personal and parochial interests should not take precedence over those of the organisations they serve, strengthening board members’ accountability – PSC Chair. The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, has called on the new Board

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The Role of Technology in GBV Prevention/Detection

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Introduction Gender-Based Violence (GBV) refers to harmful acts directed at individuals based on their gender, often resulting in physical, sexual, psychological, or economic harm. GBV disproportionately affects women and marginalized groups, particularly in Nigeria. has emerged as a crucial tool in preventing, detecting and responding to GBV.   This article explores the impact of technology

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PSC Reaffirms Support for Initiatives

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PSC Reaffirms Support for Initiatives That Prioritize Capacity Building of Officers: The Chairman of the Police Service Commission, DIG Hashimu Argungu rtd mni, has reaffirmed the Commission’s unwavering support for initiatives that prioritise the capacity building of Police Officers. DIG Argungu spoke at an ongoing three-day workshop on Interpol organized by the Ministry of Police

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