Global rights group raise alarm over alleged intimidation of SERAP amid suits (opens original article in a new tab)

A global rights group has raised concerns over alleged intimidation and judicial harassment targeting SERAP, an anti-corruption organisation in Nigeria, following its legal actions against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company. The group warned that the situation could undermine civic space and anti-corruption advocacy in the country.

• Global rights group OPHRD raises concerns over intimidation of SERAP after anti-corruption legal actions
• SERAP faced SSS visit and defamation lawsuit leading to N100 million damages and public apology
• OPHRD warns judicial harassment could chill free expression and civic participation in Nigeria
• SERAP continues advocacy despite threats and intimidation from security agencies
• OPHRD calls for protection of SERAP staff and fair appeal process for ongoing cases