PoliticsAugust 16, 2026

victimisation

vik-ti-ma-i-ZAY-shun

Definition

The act of unfairly treating someone or discriminating against them, especially for political reasons or as an act of retaliation.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'victima' (a sacrificial animal or person), the term evolved in English to mean making someone a victim of an unfair or unjust action.

In the news

HURIWA warns the re-elected governor against political victimisation, urging him to govern for all citizens rather than retaliating against those who voted for his opponents.

HURIWA applauds Osun voters, demands action against vote buying

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The Guardian Nigeria News

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