The death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has sparked a series of questions and accusations, including over how he died and, crucially, who, if anyone, is responsible. Several Western leaders, as well as Mr Navalny's wife, have pointed the finger of blame firmly in the direction of the Kremlin, which has denied involvement. Here's … Continue reading What has happened in Russia since Navalny’s death?
Justice Bolaji Olajuwon of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday ordered that the five Port Harcourt-based men arraigned by the Federal Government on terrorism charges be remanded at Kuje Prison in Abuja. The suspects are to remain in prison custody till February 2 when their respective bail applications will be determined by the … Continue reading Court jails Fubara’s loyalists ‘involved in terrorism’
Three inmates of Ijebu Ode Correctional Centre, Ijebu Ode Local Government Area of Ogun State, have escaped from the facility. It was gathered that the inmates scaled the prison fence and bolted away. The inmates were identified as Hammed Adeboyejo, convicted for armed robbery and murder, Fatai Taiwo Akande, from Ijebu-Igbo, also convicted for murder, … Continue reading PRISON BREAK: 3 inmates escape from Ogun correctional centre
A former Minneapolis police officer jailed over the murder of George Floyd is "expected to survive" after being stabbed by a fellow inmate, according to officials. Derek Chauvin was "seriously injured" during the attack in a prison in Arizona on Friday, according to a law enforcement source familiar with the incident. Prison officials said on Friday that … Continue reading Derek Chauvin: Police officer who killed George Floyd may survive fatal knife attack in prison
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan met with his attorney in jail on Monday after a local court directed the prison administration to permit the meeting. Earlier on Monday, attorney Naeem Haider Panjhuta filed a petition with the Islamabad High Court asking it to order the jail administration to permit a legal team to consult … Continue reading Imran Khan meets with his attorney in jail after court orders
A UK court has ordered the confiscation of £101.5 million allegedly linked to James Ibori, former governor of Delta state. Delivering the judgement on Friday after “factual findings”, David Tomlinson, a judge at Southwark Crown Court, said Ibori should pay the sum immediately or face an eight-year jail sentence. Reacting through a statement posted on … Continue reading Ibori to appeal UK court order on confiscation of £100m linked to him
As soon as one sets foot on the Isle of Portland, eyes are drawn to the stunning scenery and coastal beauty of the historically rich town on the English Channel. However, for many, it feels like a prison, as the 6 kilometers (4 miles) long by 2.7 kilometers (1.7 miles) wide isle is the new … Continue reading Controversial policy of keeping UK asylum seekers on floating prison
The Spanish scientist Carola García de Vinuesa - Copyright Australian National University Kathleen Folbigg spent twenty years in prison being demonised for killing her four children, until a Spanish scientist helped to free her, and expose one of Australia's biggest injustices. An Australian woman who spent 20 years in prison for killing her four children was … Continue reading Australia’s ‘worst female serial killer’ Kathleen Folbigg released from prison after getting help from Spanish scientist
American singer R. Kelly, who is serving a prison sentence for racketeering and sex trafficking, serenaded a fan over the phone recently. The “Ignition” hitmaker allegedly sang for the fan when phoned her dad at the same prison. A clip that has gone viral on social media shows the woman asking R Kelly to sing “Love Letter” … Continue reading R Kelly sings from prison to make a fan happy
One of the most prudent things you should do for yourself in Nigeria today is keeping out of trouble. One of the worst things that can happen to a person is to be sent to jail in Nigeria. Jail in Nigeria is halfway house to hell. Maryam Sanda will probably never be executed, most Governor's … Continue reading How to survive in Nigeria and anywhere in the world
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