Nigerian Court Orders Release of Shiite Leader

The Federal High Court, Abuja, has ordered the unconditional release of Ibrahim El-Zakzaky, leader of Shiite sect in Nigeria, and his wife, Malama Zeatudden, from detention, within 45 days.

Protesters have condemned the killings and arrest in Nigeria of Ibrahim Zakzaky by the army.

  • Nigeria:   Court to Rule On Zakzaky's Bail Today

    Daily Trust, 2 December 2016

    A Federal High Court in Abuja will today deliver judgment in the suit by leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky challenging his continued detention… Read more »

  • Nigeria:   Court Orders Release of Shiite Leader

    Guardian, 2 December 2016

    The Federal High Court, Abuja, has ordered the unconditional release of Ibrahim El-Zakzaky, leader of Shiite sect in Nigeria, and his wife, Malama Zeatudden, from detention, within… Read more »

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