Category Archives: Humanism

An Inquisition By Any Other Name

Posted on May 10, 2015 by virtualatheist

So… The International Humanist and Ethical Union (IHEU) published their Freedom of Thought Report (A Global Report on the Rights, Legal Status and Discrimination Against Humanists, Atheists and the Non-religious) a couple of days ago. And my goodness, but it makes … Continue reading →

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Guest Post: The Situation of Ex-Muslims in Africa

Posted on May 10, 2015 by virtualatheist

This is a guest post by leading Human Rights activist, Leo Igwe. The case Mubarak Bala, a Nigerian who renounced Islam and became an atheist is a clear indication of the precarious situation of ex-Muslims in the region. Bala is … Continue reading →

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Free Mubarak: Caught In A Lie?

Posted on May 10, 2015 by virtualatheist

Mubarak Bala, an atheist detained and medicated in a psychiatric ward in Kano state, Nigeria, claimed – while he still had access to a phone – that his family put him in hospital because of his outspoken atheism. Mubarak’s father, Muhammed Bala, … Continue reading →

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