Detention

A trial chamber of the International Criminal Court will review former President Rodrigo Duterte's continued detention in The Hague. It has requested observations from the prosecution, defense, and victims' lawyers. This marks the first such review at the trial stage of his crimes against humanity case.

May 02, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

The Nigerian Army has confirmed that content creator Mark Chidera, known as Justice Crack, is in its custody. This follows public outcry over his alleged detention after he went missing four days ago. Activists have called on Defence Minister Christopher Musa to secure his release.

Indonesia's Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK) stated on March 22, 2026, that shifting former Religious Affairs Minister Yaqut Cholil Qoumas to house arrest in the Hajj quota corruption case is an investigation strategy, not due to illness, spokesperson Budi Prasetyo said in Jakarta.

March 21, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Producers of the film 'Eagles of the Republic' are demanding the immediate release of actor Hassan El Sayed, who has been held in Egypt since December 2025 on charges related to his minor role in the movie. They describe the charges as trumped up and highlight concerns over his access to legal counsel and mental well-being. Amnesty International has joined the call for his release.

Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi confirmed on Friday, March 6, that two Japanese nationals are detained in Iran. The government has been in contact with them since the U.S.-Israeli attack on the Middle Eastern country began on Saturday and has confirmed their safety. One is believed to be the head of NHK's Tehran bureau.

February 23, 2026 በAI የተዘገበ

Muyiwa Adekeye, media adviser to former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai, has expressed worries about his health and treatment while in detention by the ICPC. He alleged that El-Rufai suffered a nosebleed and that his wife was prevented from delivering a meal. The ICPC has not granted bail eight days after the detention began.