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– Nigerian journalist refuses to reveal source during detention (Demo)

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By HRNJ-Uganda International Media News March 21, 2018

During his detention by the Department of State Services – Nigeria's secret police agency – journalist Tony Ezimakor was constantly asked to reveal the source of his story regarding ransom payments made to secure the release of school girls held hostage by Boko Haram.
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