The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has urged the Defence Ministry to establish a timeline for ending the war on terror, allowing millions of displaced citizens to resume their daily lives. This call follows the news that over 100 suspected bandits were neutralized by the Nigeria Air Force […]
Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has thrown its support behind Senator Ned Nwoko’s proposal to establish Anioma State, in a move aimed at rectifying historical imbalances in Nigeria’s state distribution. Senator Nwoko, representing Delta North in the Senate, introduced the bill to address what he sees as […]
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has extended high praise to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for its exceptional work in fighting drug trafficking and substance abuse under Brigadier General Mohamed Buba Marwa (Retd). This commendation follows a series of significant achievements, including a notable reduction […]
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision not to pursue terrorism charges against Bello Bodejo, leader of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, while fortifying the prosecution against Mazi Nnamdi Kanu of the Indigenous Peoples of Biafra (IPOB). HURIWA called this a double standard […]
Abuja, May 17, 2024 – The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called for all anti-corruption bodies in Nigeria to adhere strictly to the rule of law, urging them to avoid media trials and politically motivated persecution of suspects. This call was made during a peaceful protest organized […]
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has expressed concerns regarding biased reporting surrounding the ongoing court case involving Alliance Hospital and its Medical Director, Dr. Christopher Otabor. According to HURIWA, certain media outlets, termed “5th Columnists,” have skewed the allegations of illegal organ harvesting, potentially maligning the hospital […]
In response to the orchestrated smear campaign by the APC Akida Forum against Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Mohammed Matawalle, the Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly condemned the perpetrators and called for an immediate halt to the dissemination of baseless allegations tarnishing the minister’s […]
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has called on Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to cease disseminating unverified claims to prevent Nigeria from facing international criticism. HURIWA’s admonition follows a recent incident involving Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk, […]
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has come forward in support of Minister of State for Defence, Bello Mohammed Matawalle, amidst criticism over his recent statements regarding the Northern Elders Forum (NEF) and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. At a press conference held in Abuja today, HURIWA defended […]
The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly condemned the recent wave of atrocities allegedly perpetrated by armed Fulani terrorists in Ukwulu Town, Dunukofia LGA, Anambra State. The brazen act of banditry reportedly involved the rape of a man, his wife, and their housemaid, prompting calls for immediate […]
