Global rights groups back SERAP, condemn DSS N100m defamation judgment (opens original article in a new tab)

Global human rights groups support SERAP after a N100 million defamation judgment against it by DSS officials, calling the case judicial harassment aimed at silencing civic participation.

• Global human rights organisations support SERAP after a N100 million defamation judgment against it by DSS officials
• SERAP alleges DSS officials intimidated it following anti-corruption advocacy and a 2024 social media post about a visit to its office
• Rights groups condemn the judgment as judicial harassment and a SLAPP aimed at silencing civic participation
• Organisations call for fair appeal process and protection of SERAP staff and human rights defenders