Nigerian court affirms right to convert from Islam to Christianity

(Photo: Pixabay/Adeboro Odunlami) A court in northern Nigeria has granted a court order protecting an 18-year-old Christian convert from threats to her life by family members, a ruling that emphasizes the fundamental right to change religion, in this case, from Islam to Christianity. Mary Olowe, not her real name, faced death threats from her father … Read more

US to address human rights concerns with India, affirms State Department official

(Photo: Unsplash/Laurentiu Morariu) In anticipation of US President Joe Biden’s imminent visit to New Delhi for the G20 Summit next month, the United States has reiterated its commitment to addressing human rights issues in India. A senior U.S. official affirmed that the topic of human rights will remain a focal point of discussions between the … Read more