Investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo has revealed that he deliberately chose not to involve the Nigerian military in his recent investigation into crude oil bunkering in the Niger Delta, citing the alleged involvement of some military personnel in the illegal activities. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Soyombo made the claim during an appearance on Channels Television … Read more
Nigerian investigative journalist and founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), Fisayo Soyombo, has denied claims by the Nigerian Army that he was arrested alongside suspected oil bunkerers during an undercover investigation in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Soyombo was detained for three days by the 6 Division of the Nigerian Army before his release, … Read more
Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has strongly condemned the arrest of investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo, calling it an attack on press freedom. On Friday, Lieutenant Colonel Danjuma Danjuma, Acting Deputy Director of 6 Division Army Public Relations, confirmed Soyombo’s arrest, explaining that it occurred during a military operation targeting a notorious gang involved in pipeline … Read more
The 6th Division of the Nigerian Army has confirmed the arrest of investigative journalist Fisayo Soyombo on suspicion of involvement in illegal oil bunkering activities. Soyombo, the founder of the Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ), has reportedly been detained for three days, according to Naija News. In response, the FIJ issued a statement on Friday, … Read more
The Governor said he has “given the full details” of those involved to security agencies… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Rivers State Government has declared 19 people wanted for alleged involvement in illegal oil bunkery activities. Governor Nyesom Wike, who made the announcement in a statewide broadcast on Sunday, directed those affected to “report themselves … Read more