29 Children Freed in Nigeria Facing Death Penalty.

Minors Detained During Protests Freed in Nigeria

The authorities of Nigeria have freed 29 minors who had been in prison for more than two months and were accused of property destruction and treason, charges that could have led to the death penalty. The release became possible under pressure from activists and following an order from Nigeria's president to investigate law enforcement actions.

In August, the country witnessed mass protests due to the rapid rise in prices of goods and services. Several dozen officially recognized minors were charged with participating in these events and property destruction. The detention of children without charges for an extended period caused outrage and increased concerns about human rights violations.

The situation in Nigeria is complex: a country that is one of the largest oil producers in Africa is suffering from an economic crisis. The population of 210 million faces severe food shortages, and inflation rates have reached record levels. The death penalty was introduced in Nigeria in the early 1970s, but no death sentences have been carried out in the country since 2016.