Nigeria, Dec. 17 -- Amnesty International has renewed allegations of widespread human rights violations during the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, citing mass killings, suppression of protests, attacks on journalists and abuse of vulnerable women and girls.

In a post shared on its official X page on Monday, the organisation said the "gross human rights violations" occurred during Mr Buhari's tenure between 2015 and 2023.

Mr Buhari's administration came under a new review amid activities his first post-humous birthday, including the launching of his biography - 'From Soldier to Statesman - The Legacy of Muhammadu Buhari' - authored by Charles Omole.

Mr Buhari, Nigeria's military ruler between 1984 and 1985 who died ...