A coalition of lawyers in Nigeria has launched a national legal initiative to combat environmental degradation and related rights abuses. The group, operating under the Nigerian arm of the Defenders Legal Rapid Response Team, aims to protect citizens who face intimidation, harassment, or reprisals for speaking out against abuses in their communities. The lawyers emphasized that no citizen should be left helpless in such situations. This move is part of broader efforts to address environmental and human rights issues in the country.
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