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February 11, 2026

Violence, famine, disease fuelling rising death toll among children in Sudan: UN

UN aid agencies have warned that relentless violence, famine and disease are fuelling a rising death toll among children in Sudan.

Sudanese kids
January 29, 2026

Ekiti: NAWOJ, Norwegian experts train female journalists on gender, safety

Issues frequently reported by female journalists, such as sexual harassment and intimidation, are also prevalent within media organisations, necessitating targeted interventions.

Female journalist
November 30, 2025

NASS urged to fast-track amendment of key electoral bills ahead of 2027

Mr Adeniran said the prolonged litigation creates unfair advantages, pressures the judiciary, and allows candidates with pending cases to assume office.

NASS COMPLEX
November 1, 2025

Niger chairmanship candidate applauds smooth conduct of LG polls

“The Niger State Independent Electoral (NSIEC) officials and security personnel were fully on ground,” he said.

Election
September 23, 2025

Foundation urges Nigerians to expose perpetrators of gender-based violence

Mr Caleb said that exposing violators of the GBV would not only promote unity and peace but also promote development in the country.

A woman being physically abused
September 16, 2025

Age verification potential solution for child protection online: Official

Mr Sa’ad said the need for effective protection measures was paramount, given the challenges faced by the vast majority of children in online activities.

Social Media Icons
February 13, 2025

EU condemns detention of Kano singer, says Sharia blasphemy laws violate human rights

In its (2025/2548(RSP) resolution on Mr Sharif-Aminu’s detention, the EU called for the musician’s immediate release.

Kano singer Yahaya Sharif-Amin
August 4, 2024

Police commend Ogun residents for peaceful hunger protest

Ms Odutola said that residents had been going about their normal business without any attack.

SP Omolola Odutola
August 2, 2024

Atiku rallies more Nigerians to join #EndBadGovernance protest

“I urge the protesters to maintain their peaceful stance and call on more Nigerians to show solidarity and support for the #EndBadGovernance,” said Mr Abubakar.

Atiku and protesters
July 28, 2024

NSCDC assures of protecting national assets during hunger protest in Edo

The NSCDC image maker disclosed that the command had deployed 2100 personnel to ensure the protest was peaceful and orderly in the state.

NSCDC officers