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Nigerian Children Released from Detention
29 Nigerian children, facing death penalty for alleged protest participation, are released after two months of detention.
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Human Rights ViolationsHuman RightsGender IssuesAfricaProtestsArrestNigeriaRelease
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Bola TinubuAdo AbdullahiIkililu SaniHabibuMarshal Abubakar
- What potential punishment did the children face?
- The children, aged 14-17, faced potential death sentences. Their release followed growing calls from activists and an order from President Bola Tinubu.
- What are some of the concerns raised about the situation?
- The children's release marked a significant step, but concerns remain regarding human rights in Nigeria, given the initial arrests and harsh conditions the children endured.
- How many children were released and what were the charges against them?
- Twenty-nine Nigerian children, detained for over two months on charges including treason, were released. The charges stemmed from their alleged participation in protests against the high cost of living.
- According to parents, what were the children doing when they were arrested?
- Parents of some of the children stated that their sons were arrested while performing errands or retrieving a motorcycle, not participating in protests.
- What actions did the government and activists take following the children's release?
- Following the release, lawyers and activists urged the government to support the children's welfare and education. The police also opened an investigation into allegations of mistreatment.