Read more about the article End of visit statement of the Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions on her visit to Nigeria
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End of visit statement of the Special Rapporteur on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions on her visit to Nigeria

Between the 19th of August and the 3rd of September 2019, Agnes Callamard, United Nations Special Rapporteur for Extrajudicial, Summary or Arbitrary Executions conducted an official country visit to Nigeria. For 12 days, she examined situations of violations of the right to life by State and non-State actors; the Federal State security strategy and the responses…

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September 11, 2019
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Paradise of Pedophiles

 In the last decade, there has been a tremendous increase in the number of children living in the streets of Calabar. These kids are exposed to the most horrendous conditions including forced labour and regular physical abuses. To survive each day, these kids depend only on what they can scavenge from refuse dumps, leftovers at restaurants,…

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August 16, 2019
Read more about the article Death Toll
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Death Toll

The month of July 2019 saw further reduction in cases of atrocious killings in Rivers state. The month also witnessed important interventions by the state government to address the problem of insecurity in the state as well as atrocious killings.  In the 31-day period of July 2019, We the People tracked and documented 11 incidents that…

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August 16, 2019
Read more about the article We the People Holds Town Hall to End Atrocity Against Children in Calabar
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We the People Holds Town Hall to End Atrocity Against Children in Calabar

In the last decade, there has been a tremendous increase in the number of street children in Calabar. These kids are exposed to the most horrendous conditions of existence, conditions that can only be described as atrocious. To survive each day, they depend only on what they can scavenge from refuse dumps, leftovers at restaurants, what they can steal and the occasional goodwill of a few conscientious individuals and organizations. (more…)

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August 16, 2019
Read more about the article CSSD demands audit of N1bn NDDC indebtedness to contractors
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CSSD demands audit of N1bn NDDC indebtedness to contractors

The Centre for Social Studies and Development (CSSD) has advocated an audit of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) over alleged N1trn debt to contractors. CSSD Executive Director, Ken Henshaw, said only a thorough audit of the agency would reveal the veracity of its actual indebtedness. Henshaw told The Guardian that it was worrying that an…

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August 11, 2019
Read more about the article For As Little As N100, A Child Engages In Prostitution In Calabar – Civil Society Reveals
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For As Little As N100, A Child Engages In Prostitution In Calabar – Civil Society Reveals

We The People (WTP), a civil society organization has revealed that children are being given out to prostitution for as little as 100 naira in Calabar, the Cross River State capital. This revelation was made during a stakeholders town hall meeting organized by We The People on Tuesday at Channel View Hotel where attendees comprising of…

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July 31, 2019
Read more about the article We the People Engages Stakeholders on Ending Violent Killings in Rivers State
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We the People Engages Stakeholders on Ending Violent Killings in Rivers State

In response to the ongoing routine mass killings in Rivers state, We the People on Tuesday, 2nd July 2019, held a consultative Town Hall Meeting aimed at jointly exploring opportunities for ending the killing and securing accountability and closure for the victims and their families. (more…)

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July 15, 2019
Read more about the article We the People to Partner NOA in Anti-Corruption and Combating Mass killings
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We the People to Partner NOA in Anti-Corruption and Combating Mass killings

We the People and the Rivers state branch of the National Orientation Agency have resolved to work together to end violent killings in Rivers state, and expose corruption in the state. The two organizations met on Friday 12th July 2019 at the office of the NOA. (more…)

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July 15, 2019
Read more about the article Killings: NSCDC, NDLEA, NOA, others worry over insecurity
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Killings: NSCDC, NDLEA, NOA, others worry over insecurity

The Nigerian Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and National Orientation Agency (NOA), as well as civil society organisations, have expressed concern over reported cases of killing in Rivers State.  The agencies expressed their concerns yesterday, at a day stakeholders’ town hall meeting on the ‘rising killings in Rivers State’, organised…

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July 4, 2019
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Group expresses concern over rate of extrajudicial killings in Rivers

From Blessing Ibunge, Port Harcourt

A Non Governmental Organisation, We The People, WTP, has expressed concern over the rate of reported extrajudicial killings in Rivers State.

The group alleged that over 152 persons were killed between the months of April, May and June 2019 in the state. (more…)

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July 4, 2019
Read more about the article KILLING FIELDS
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KILLING FIELDS

In the 30-day period of June 2019, there were 16 documented incidents of atrocity in Rivers state that resulted in 26 killings. While this is a marked decline in the quarter, it nonetheless reflects a general climate of insecurity and lawlessness which continues to highlight Rivers state in atrocious murders.

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July 2, 2019
Read more about the article RIVERS of BLOOD
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RIVERS of BLOOD

In the month of May 2019, there was a terrifying spike in the number of violent killings in Rivers state. While We the People in its Atrocities Monitoring Report for the previous Month of April recorded 16 incidents that resulted in 46 killings, an alarming 21 incidents were documented in the month of May that led…

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June 18, 2019
Read more about the article Sex for Grades in Higher Institutions, We the People Conducts Survey in Tertiary Institutions
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Sex for Grades in Higher Institutions, We the People Conducts Survey in Tertiary Institutions

In the last decade, there has been a notable rise in the sexual harassment of female students in higher institutions characterized principally by the demand for sex for grades. In recent times, this problem assumed alarming proportions and national notoriety when a University lecturer was recorded demanding sex in exchange for examination scores. (more…)

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June 7, 2019
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Stop Wanton Killings, Group Tells Buhari

A body of non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Nigeria, the Coalition of Civil Societies, Rivers State chapter has called on the government at all levels to stop the killings across all parts of the country. The group made this call in Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State, during a national road walk campaign against killings in…

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May 31, 2019
Read more about the article We the People Leads National Day of Mourning in Rivers and Cross River States,
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We the People Leads National Day of Mourning in Rivers and Cross River States,

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On Tuesday 28th May 2019, We the People led activities in Port Harcourt and Calabar to commemorate the 2019 National Day of Mourning. The day was set aside by responsible and concerned civil society organizations all over Nigeria to call attention to the rising occurrences of routine mass killings in the country.

In Port Harcourt, a mass rally was held from Isaac Boro Park where over 300 citizens wearing black joined processions and demanded that the government takes immediate actions to provide security for citizens. In Calabar, a Solemn Assembly was held at 60 MCC Road to commemorate the day. (more…)

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May 29, 2019
Read more about the article Rivers: CSOs observes national day of mourning
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Rivers: CSOs observes national day of mourning

Over 200 Rivers indigenes and civil society groups yesterday staged a peaceful protest to the Rivers State Police command demanding for the total overhauling of the Nigeria police force. The protesters noted the incessant killings in the state with no proper prosecution of perpetrators.

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May 28, 2019
Read more about the article National Day Of Mourning: We The People Honor Victims Of Violent Killings, Calls For Accountability
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National Day Of Mourning: We The People Honor Victims Of Violent Killings, Calls For Accountability

We The People, (a Civil Rights Organization that focuses on various forms of atrocities committed in the society and the prevention of these atrocities), has marked the National Day of Mourning 2019 in honor of victims of violent killings in Nigeria. The event took place on Tuesday in Calabar, where some citizens were enlightened as well…

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May 28, 2019
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National Day Of Mourning And Remembrance – Group Urges Federal Government To Review Security Parameters

The Joint Nigeria Civil Society Action Committee, JN-CAC, has called on the Federal Government to fulfill the constitutional mandate which is to ensure the security and welfare of the people and therefore take urgent measures to review the country’s security architecture. The group made the call in a press statement to seek Nigerians’s participation in the…

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May 24, 2019
Read more about the article Group Wants Withdrawal Of Police Officers Attached To VIPs
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Group Wants Withdrawal Of Police Officers Attached To VIPs

Against the backdrop of increasing waves of crime and killings,a Non-Governmental organisation (NGO)” We The People”in conjunction with Coalition of Civil Society Organisations in Rivers State have called for immediate withdrawal of policemen attached to very important personalities otherwise known as VIPs and redeploy them to provide efficient equal security for all citizens in the state.…

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May 15, 2019
Read more about the article Rivers: CSOs Rate Obio/Akpor, Emohua High In Cult-Related Killings In April
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Rivers: CSOs Rate Obio/Akpor, Emohua High In Cult-Related Killings In April

Three civil society organizations in Rivers State, have rated Obio/Akpor and Emohua local government areas as top of the list of local government areas in the state with the highest number of cult-related killings in the state in the month of April 2019. The three groups which include; We-The-People, Centre for Social Studies and Development as…

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May 14, 2019
Read more about the article Insecurity in Rivers: 46 Die in Extra Judicial Murders in April
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Insecurity in Rivers: 46 Die in Extra Judicial Murders in April

As insecurity continues to escalate in Rivers State, 46 persons have reportedly died across the state in extra judicial killings and gang murders. This was contained in a report produced and made public by a non-governmental organisation, ‘We The People,’ in conjunction with the Rivers Civil Society Organizations (RIVSCO). According to the report, 46 deaths, 16…

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May 14, 2019
Read more about the article Renewed cult killings in Rivers reach frightening level
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Renewed cult killings in Rivers reach frightening level

THE RECENT renewed cult related and extra judicial killings in Rivers State have reached a frightening level. Following the report by Non Governmental Organizations “We the People”, “Centre for social studies and development” and “Rivers State Civil Society organization shows that the Obio/Akpo and Emohu local government areas, recorded the highest number of killings in the…

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May 13, 2019
Read more about the article Routing Killings
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Routing Killings

In the month of April 2019, We the People tracked and documented 46 atrocious killings in Rivers state occurring on a near daily basis. This report contains the different incidents where these killings occur. Unfortunately, the alarming increase in cases of atrocious killings have not received commensurate response from law enforcement agencies and the government. Beyond…

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May 13, 2019
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‘We The People’ Ends Boot Camp On Mass Atrocities In Nigeria (PICTURES)

In a bid to curtail the continuous perpetuation of mass atrocity in Nigeria, “We The People” a non-governmental organization has organized a four-day boot camp for prevention and advocacy against atrocities. The camp which held at Owerri, Imo State began on Wednesday 10th through Saturday 13th April, 2019 and had in attendance participants comprised of representatives…

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April 16, 2019
Read more about the article We the People Trains Activists to Combat Mass Killings
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We the People Trains Activists to Combat Mass Killings

In recent times in Nigeria, the spate of mass killings has increased alarmingly. From irregular occurrences in troubled areas, these killings have assumed the character of regularity and consistency, creating an atmosphere of fear and insecurity. the occurrence of atrocious killings have also spread significantly around the country. Almost every state is now deeply affected by it. (more…)

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April 13, 2019
Read more about the article Niger Delta people carefree over stealing of public funds in the region – Groups
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Niger Delta people carefree over stealing of public funds in the region – Groups

Two non-governmental organisations working for transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s Niger Delta region have called on the state governments and people in the area to stand up against corruption in order to usher in the much needed economic prosperity and better living condition for the people.

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December 12, 2018
Read more about the article NGOs Task N/ Delta States On Anti-corruption War
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NGOs Task N/ Delta States On Anti-corruption War

Two groups operating under the umbrella of Niger Delta Open Government Observatory (NOGO), have urged state governments in the region to join the national fight  against corruption.

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December 12, 2018
Read more about the article We the People Takes Campaign Against Vote Buying and Violence to Rivers State Senatorial Districts
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We the People Takes Campaign Against Vote Buying and Violence to Rivers State Senatorial Districts

Rivers state has been flagged by various local and international research agencies including the United Stated Institute for Peace as a possible spot where violence and other forms of electoral malpractices including vote buying will occur in massive scales. Recall that in 2015, elections in Rivers state drew local and international attention for the vicious manner it was conducted. In response to the recent concerns, We the People as part of the Youth Participation Against Corruption Project launched a series of town hall meetings in the three senatorial distracts of the state. The town hall meetings were organized as spaces for citizens to express their concerns and experiences on the subject of vote buying and election related violence. The meetings which held from the 29th of November 2018 at Omoku, Bori and Port Harcourt all in Rivers state, aimed specifically at sensitizing citizens on the need to remain focused on electing candidates that have the track record and temperament to deliver development benefits to the people. (more…)

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December 11, 2018
Read more about the article International Anti- Corruption Day: We the People Renews Call for Government Action at Rally
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International Anti- Corruption Day: We the People Renews Call for Government Action at Rally

A part of activities to mark the 2018 International Anti-Corruption Day, We the People held a rally on the 8th of December 2018 in Port Harcourt. The event which had in attendance hundreds of students, civil society actors, media, transporters and other professional bodies, was organized in collaboration with the National Orientation Agency. (more…)

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December 8, 2018
Read more about the article Election Related Fake News and Violence: We the People Collaborates with Social Media Influencers in Rivers State
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Election Related Fake News and Violence: We the People Collaborates with Social Media Influencers in Rivers State

On the 4th of December 2018, We the People hosted a Strategic Workshop engagement with some of the most vocal and well known Social Media influencers and bloggers in Rivers state. The engagement was held in recognition of the fact that Social Media plays a key role in fueling electoral violence and other malpractices. The strategic engagement aimed at bringing key influencers together to take actions to counter fake news and election related violence. (more…)

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December 4, 2018
Read more about the article 2019: Group sensitizes Rivers youths against violent elections
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2019: Group sensitizes Rivers youths against violent elections

As part of efforts to ensure a credible and peaceful elections in the 2019 general polls in Rivers State, a Non Governmental Organization, We The People (WTP) in conjunction with Social Action, organised an electoral sensitization programme in the three senatorial zones in the state.

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December 1, 2018
Read more about the article We the People Strategizes on Anti-Corruption Actions with Student Leaders in Rivers State
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We the People Strategizes on Anti-Corruption Actions with Student Leaders in Rivers State

Concerned with the rising cases of corruption in the education sector especially in tertiary institutions, We the People on the 30th of November 2018, hosted elected Student leaders from 6 tertiary institutions in Rivers state to discuss plans and strategies for instituting anti-corruption mechanisms within the student union leadership structures in the tertiary institutions. The meeting had in attendance 6 elected Student Union Presidents and other Vice Presidents, Secretary Generals, Directors of information and heads of other directorates, Student Union Parliament Speakers and other frontline student activists. (more…)

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November 30, 2018
Read more about the article “We are Being Extorted” Transporters Complain at We the People Training Workshop
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“We are Being Extorted” Transporters Complain at We the People Training Workshop

On the 10th of October 2018, We the People held an anti-corruption training workshop with Commercial Tricycle operators and members of the Drivers’ Welfare Association in Rivers state. The meeting was conceived as space to educate and train members of the transport unions on their basic rights, how to report and resist abuses especially extortion, multiple taxation and corruption from the police and local government officials. (more…)

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October 10, 2018
Read more about the article 6 Million Rivers Residents Risk Cancer From Poisonous Soot Read More at: https://leadership.ng/2018/09/30/6-million-rivers-residents-risk-cancer-from-poisonous-soot/
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6 Million Rivers Residents Risk Cancer From Poisonous Soot Read More at: https://leadership.ng/2018/09/30/6-million-rivers-residents-risk-cancer-from-poisonous-soot/

From when it first appeared in Rivers State in 2016, residents of Port Harcourt have continued to inhale poisonous soot two years after, with severe risks to infants and the elderly. ANAYO ONUKWUGHA (Port Harcourt) reports on its impact on the population of the state.

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September 30, 2018
Read more about the article Poetry as Tool to Fight Corruption, We the People holds Anti-Corruption Poetry Contest
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Poetry as Tool to Fight Corruption, We the People holds Anti-Corruption Poetry Contest

As part of efforts to break the culture of silence surrounding the alarming problem of corruption in Nigeria, and to mobilize youths to resist and act against it, We the People recently launched an Anti-Corruption Poetry contest. The five-week contest was done in conjunction with the Port Harcourt based Seaview Poetry Club and Rhythm 93.7 FM Port Harcourt. (more…)

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September 13, 2018
Read more about the article …Again we Rose Against the Soot
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…Again we Rose Against the Soot

In the last 24 months, residents of Port Harcourt the River State Capital have been battling with the emergence of hydrocarbon soot, the by-product of incomplete combustion coming from the many oil and gas industry outlets in the state. The soot which is clearly noticeable as tiny dark particles on surfaces is believed to have emerged…

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September 11, 2018
Read more about the article We the People’s Anti-Corruption Boot Camp Trains 80 Young Nigerians to Report and Resist Corruption
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We the People’s Anti-Corruption Boot Camp Trains 80 Young Nigerians to Report and Resist Corruption

Recent reports including that of Transparency International Corruption Perception Index for 2017 clearly shows that the problem of corruption in Nigeria has incensed in that last 2 years rather than recede. The Index ranks Nigeria 148th out of 180 nations it surveyed in the year 2017. This ranking showed that Nigeria has taken a deeper plunge into the murky waters of corruption from previous years’ rankings. Despite measures put in place to tackle it in the country, corruption has proved itself a multi-layered, hydra-headed and complicated phenomenon. Earlier in the year, We the People launched an Anti-Corruption Movement that utilizes a novel approach to confront the scourge by engaging young Nigerians who are motivated to participate in a series of actions designed to fight corruption. (more…)

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July 27, 2018