Saturday, July 25, 2026

Rights

July 24, 2026

Swedish envoy, education advocates seek support for underserved children

Education advocates called for increased support for children in underserved communities.

kids inside classroom
July 24, 2026

Nigerians abroad can now register births, deaths online, population commission says

The NPC said the digital registration system became operational on July 1, replacing the paper-based process that had been in use since 1988.

National Population Commission
July 22, 2026

Bill banning same-sex marriage in Cross River passes second reading

The Cross River House of Assembly on Wednesday passed for second reading a bill seeking to prohibit same-sex marriage and civil unions.

Same-sex wedding
July 22, 2026

Court orders three-month wait for divorcee before entering new relationship

The woman had filed a divorce petition against Mr Adamu on grounds of neglect while demanding custody of their child.

Divorce
July 22, 2026

Mamdani challenges Trump to arrest ‘war criminal’ Netanyahu when he visits U.S.

He reaffirmed his support for the ICC warrant against Mr Netanyahu, insisting he must be arrested and tried for crimes against humanity.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani
July 22, 2026

AUPCTRE faults Tinubu govt over unpaid wage award

The national president of AUPCTRE, Benjamin Anthony, made the call in an interview in Abuja on Wednesday.

Tinubu signing a document
July 22, 2026

Court reserves judgement in Ojukwu varsity VC appointment suit

After hearing the arguments, Justice John Tergama, who presided, fixed October 15 to deliver a judgement on the matter.

Kate Omenugha
July 21, 2026

Lagos urges improved child adoption, fostering services

Mr Ogunlende described adoption, guardianship and fostering as pathways that provide vulnerable children with hope and stability.

Children at a crèche
July 21, 2026

Lagos: Youth ministry reaffirms commitment to vulnerable children’s welfare

The Lagos government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the welfare of children in orphanage homes across Lagos.

Toyin Oke-Osanyintolu
July 21, 2026

Germany records 17,126 cases of child sex abuse in 2025

German authorities on Tuesday said that the number of registered cases of child sexual abuse in Germany had risen significantly over the past five years.

German cops