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Northern Youth Frontiers Slam Amnesty’s ‘False’ Reports

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1 year ago

August 29, 2025

Northern Youth Frontiers slam Amnesty International over ‘misleading’ security reports, accusing it of fueling unrest and undermining national efforts

The group, a coalition of young Nigerians from the northern region, issued a fiery statement on Friday accusing the global human rights organisation of misrepresenting facts and downplaying the efforts of Nigerian security forces.

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Sama Musa, National Coordinator of the Northern Youth Frontiers, said Amnesty International’s recent publications on insecurity were “careless, mischievous, and inciteful.

He warned that such reporting not only erodes public trust but could also demoralise military personnel and embolden criminal elements.

“Their reports present a distorted picture of Nigeria’s security efforts,” Musa said. “These publications ignore the sacrifices of our security forces and sensationalise incidents to draw negative global attention.”

Northern Youth Frontiers slam Amnesty International particularly for its recent report that cited at least 65 deaths in a week due to attacks in Katsina and Plateau states.

While acknowledging the severity of the incidents, the group argued that Amnesty’s portrayal lacked balance and failed to consider government interventions or the complexity of the conflict.

“Amnesty International’s approach prioritises headlines over honesty,” Musa said. “Such one-sided narratives threaten our fragile unity and national morale.”

The coalition warned that repeated publication of “agenda-driven” reports could fuel public anger, widen divisions, and even undermine national security.

They urged the Federal Government to investigate Amnesty International’s activities in Nigeria and consider legal restrictions if findings suggest any deliberate sabotage.

“If an organisation continually misleads the public and incites unrest, it must be held accountable,” Musa added.

In response to growing concern over misinformation, the group also called for public awareness campaigns to better inform citizens about ongoing security efforts and the need to support law enforcement.

“Our troops risk their lives daily. They deserve encouragement, not vilification,” Musa stated.

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Meanwhile, Amnesty International Nigeria had on the same day released a report accusing Nigerian authorities of failing to protect lives and property, citing a sharp increase in attacks, killings, and abductions across the country.

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Kenya Releases 20 Ebola Contacts After 21 Days in Quarantine

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11 hours ago

October 26, 2026

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Kenya Ebola contacts: 20 people have been released after 21 days in quarantine without symptoms as health authorities continue outbreak monitoring

Kenya has released 20 people linked to its first imported case of Bundibugyo virus disease after they completed 21 days of quarantine without developing symptoms, as health authorities continue efforts to contain the outbreak.

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The World Health Organisation’s Regional Office for Africa announced the development on Monday, October 26, 2026, saying the individuals had undergone final health assessments and received counselling on precautions and follow-up care where necessary before reuniting with their families.

Kenya’s Director-General for Health, Dr Patrick Amoth, urged communities to welcome the released individuals without stigma.

“We ask communities to welcome them home warmly,” Amoth said. “Having completed 21 days without symptoms, they pose no risk of infection to anyone.”

The WHO said 98 contacts remained in quarantine as of Monday, while eight contacts had developed symptoms and tested positive for Ebola through laboratory tests.

According to the organisation, all eight individuals were already in quarantine when they developed symptoms and were subsequently transferred to the country’s Ebola treatment centre in Nairobi.

Kenya has recorded nine confirmed cases and two deaths since reporting its first imported case on October 6, 2026.

The WHO said all nine cases were linked to the same cluster, with no evidence of wider community transmission at the time of its update.

The organisation said health authorities had traced all 135 contacts, both within Kenya and internationally, by October 22, placing them under quarantine and monitoring.

The WHO continues to support Kenya’s response through coordination, disease surveillance, contact tracing, laboratory testing, case management, infection prevention and control, screening at points of entry, and public health communication.

The WHO Representative to Kenya, Dr Neema Rusibamayila Kimambo, said people who completed quarantine had helped protect their families and communities.

“People who complete quarantine have helped protect their families, their communities and the whole country,” she said.

Kimambo also commended Kenya’s Ministry of Health, the Kenya National Public Health Institute, and national and county health teams for responding to new cases.

The WHO said there was no licensed vaccine or specific treatment for Bundibugyo virus disease, but early detection and supportive medical care could improve the chances of recovery.

It advised against travel restrictions, recommending evidence-based measures such as health screening at entry and exit points, surveillance and contact tracing instead.

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Although the release of the first 20 contacts marks progress in Kenya’s response, health authorities continue to monitor those still in quarantine and maintain surveillance to identify any further cases promptly.