OffG’s Quick Take: Mizzy, the walking strawman

Another day, another quick take.

Nigeria: New Government Should Improve on Human Rights

(Abuja) – Nigeria’s incoming President Bola Ahmed Tinubu should ensure that human rights are central to all his policies both at home and abroad, Human Rights Watch said today in an agenda outlining key human rights priorities for the new administration. Human Rights Watch, in the agenda, urges the new

A Human Rights Agenda for Nigeria

The former Governor of Lagos State, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, emerged as the winner of Nigeria’s closely watched presidential elections held in February 2023.

Thailand: Lao Refugee Gunned Down

(New York) – Thai authorities should immediately and impartially investigate the killing of an exiled Lao political activist, Bounsuan Kitiyano, Human Rights Watch said today.

Vietnam: Activist Charged With “Propaganda”

(Bangkok) – A Vietnamese rights activist, Bui Tuan Lam, is scheduled to go on trial on May 25, 2023, on charges of propaganda against the state for his online criticism of the government.