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US Man Exonerated in Malcolm X Murder Sues New York State
Muhammad Aziz, exonerated last month in the killing of prominent Black civil rights advocate, spent decades in prison.
One of two men who spent decades in prison in the United States for the 1965 murder of Black civil rights advocate Malcolm X has sued New York state for at least $20m in damages, saying his imprisonment had caused “deep and lasting trauma”.
Muhammad Aziz, 83, was exonerated last month by a judge who apologised and acknowledged that the case had been a “violation of the law and the public trust”.
“While I do not dwell on what my life might have been like had this travesty of justice never occurred, the deep and lasting trauma it caused cannot be overstated,” Aziz said in a statement on Tuesday announcing the lawsuit.
“Those responsible for depriving me of my liberty and for depriving my family of a husband, a father, and a grandfather should be held accountable,” he said.
Malcolm X became one of the most influential civil rights leaders of the 20th CenturyHe also notified New York City that he plans to sue it for $40m unless an agreement on damages is made within 90 days.
His lawyers said they would file similar lawsuits on behalf of the family of Khalil Islam, who died in 2009 and was also exonerated last month.
Aziz was released on parole in 1985, while Islam was released in 1987.
For more than half a century, the official record held that three members of the Black nationalist group Nation of Islam, which Malcolm X had renounced not long before his death, shot the iconic leader when he arrived to speak at the podium of a Harlem ballroom.
Aziz, Islam and a third man, Mujahid Abdul Halim, were convicted in 1966 – but historians have long cast doubt on that. Halim – now 80 and released from prison in 2010 – confessed to the murder but maintained the innocence of the other two.
In 2020, the case was reopened following the release of a Netflix docuseries, Who Killed Malcolm X?
A 22-month investigation conducted jointly by the Manhattan district attorney’s office and lawyers found that prosecutors, the FBI and the New York Police Department withheld evidence that would likely have led to the two men’s acquittal.
Malcolm X rose to prominence as the national spokesman of the Nation of Islam The investigation did not identify the assassins or offer an alternative explanation for the murder.
But New York State Supreme Court Justice Ellen Biben granted the exonerations of Aziz
and Islam on November 18 to a burst of applause from the courtroom.
“I regret that this court cannot fully undo the serious miscarriages of justice in this case and give you back the many years that were lost,” the judge told Aziz and the family of Khalil Islam, who were present in the court.
Born Malcolm Little in 1925, Malcolm X rose to prominence as the national spokesman of the Nation of Islam, an African-American Muslim group that espoused Black separatism.
He spent over a decade with the group before becoming disillusioned, publicly breaking with it in 1964 and moderating some of his earlier views on racial separation. He was one of the most influential civil rights leaders of the 20th century.
Fitness meets cultural expression as GOOD SWEAT prepares to bring its CULTURE RUN experience to Lagos on Saturday, October 31, 2026.
Designed around the connection between physical wellness and cultural identity, CULTURE RUN offers participants an opportunity to embrace an active lifestyle while celebrating the richness of African culture. The event brings together fitness enthusiasts, culture lovers, and individuals looking for a refreshing way to connect through movement and shared experiences.
The run is scheduled to begin at 4:30 PM, setting the stage for an evening that extends beyond fitness. At 6:00 PM, participants can look forward to the CULTURE PARTY, the event’s post-run celebration.
Adding to the experience is a distinctive dress code that encourages attendees to wear their regular running kits with a touch of cultural wear. This creative blend of athletic apparel and traditional-inspired fashion gives participants an opportunity to express their individuality while celebrating their cultural roots.
The event will take place at Bistrot Samantha’s, located at 7/12 Rumen’s Road, Ikoyi, Lagos.
With its combination of fitness, fashion, culture, and social interaction, CULTURE RUN aims to create an experience that extends beyond the running track, bringing people together through a shared appreciation for wellness and cultural expression.
As Lagos continues to embrace lifestyle experiences that combine fitness with social engagement, CULTURE RUN offers an opportunity for participants to stay active, celebrate their heritage, and connect with like-minded individuals in a vibrant setting.
EVENT DETAILS
Event: CULTURE RUN
Presented by: GOOD SWEAT
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Run Time: 4:30 PM
Post-Run Party: 6:00 PM
Dress Code: Running kit with a touch of cultural wear
Venue: Bistrot Samantha’s
Address: 7/12 Rumen’s Road, Ikoyi, Lagos, Nigeria
itel, the technology empowerment brand for masses, officially unveiled its new product A300+, brand’s first interactive dual-screen smartphone in its price range. itel A300+ comes with a comprehensive set of features — a 7000mAh marathon battery, IP65 military-grade durability, and satellite communication capability, demonstrating that innovation and complete product strength can coexist at an accessible price point.
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