Nigeria, March 25 -- The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) has honoured former President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Ayo Salami (rtd), with its 2025 Human Rights Defender Award.

The award was presented to him on Tuesday at his residence in Ilorin, the Kwara State Capital, as part of activities marking the centre's 20th anniversary.

Presenting the award, the Executive Director of WSCIJ, Motunrayo Alaka, said the retired jurist was chosen for his unwavering integrity, courage and commitment to justice, particularly in the defence of human rights

She said the centre recognises not only journalists but also individuals within the broader ecosystem that supports accountability, noting that the legal profession pla...