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Global Outcry as Nigerian Journalist Detained Without Charge

International and local groups demand the immediate release of Daniel Ojukwu, highlighting ongoing concerns over press freedom in Nigeria.

  • Daniel Ojukwu, a journalist with the Foundation for Investigative Journalism, has been held since May 1 without formal charges.
  • Ojukwu's arrest is linked to a report on alleged government corruption involving misappropriation of funds.
  • Nigeria's cybercrime laws criticized for vague terms that potentially suppress freedom of speech.
  • Press freedom organizations, including the Committee to Protect Journalists, urgently call for Ojukwu's release.
  • Nigeria ranks 112 out of 180 countries in the World Press Freedom Index, reflecting a challenging environment for journalists.
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