Friday, September 25, 2026

Rights

November 25, 2025

852 cases of GBV reported in nine months in Nasarawa: Official

The Nasarawa government says 852 cases of gender-based violence have been reported in the state from January to September 2025.

GBV
November 25, 2025

Lagos security arraigned for sexual assault

The chief magistrate, C. M. Kushanu, did not take the defendant’s plea.

IKEJA MAGISTRATE
November 25, 2025

Lagos residents lament poor public water supply, seek alternatives

Residents of Ikorodu and Alapere in Lagos are grappling with inconsistent water supply and poor water quality, forcing many to rely on costly private sources for daily needs.

People fetching water from a tap
November 25, 2025

Bandits’ kidnapping of Kebbi schoolgirls to disrupt education in North: CSOs

Bandits had, on November 17, launched an attack on Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga and kidnapped 25 schoolgirls.

November 25, 2025

Industrial court president raises concerns over Employees’ Compensation Act

The president of the National Industrial Court, Justice Benedict Kanyip, has raised concerns over observed lacunae in the Employees’ Compensation Act.

Justice Benedict Kanyip
November 25, 2025

Rivers, TAF Africa partner to enhance inclusive governance

The Rivers government says it is committed to strengthening its collaboration with TAF Africa to enhance inclusive governance for persons living with disabilities.

Persons With Disabilities (PWDs)
November 24, 2025

NAPTIP calls for nationwide enforcement of VAPP Act to combat gender-based violence

She pledged the administration’s commitment to work with NAPTIP in ending GBV in the FCT.

NAPTIP
November 24, 2025

Alleged Cybercrime: Court adjourns Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan‘s trial until 2026

The Federal High Court, Abuja Division, on Monday, adjourned the trial of Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for alleged cybercrime until February 4, 2026.

Natasha and Akpabio
November 24, 2025

Kidnapped girl escapes from terrorists, 13 held hostages

“One of the abducted girls managed to escape unharmed and was rescued. Search-and-rescue efforts are ongoing to recover the remaining 13 abducted girls,” said the police.

Boko Haram on bikes
November 21, 2025

GBV: NHRC announces 16-day activism activities from November 25

Mr Ojukwu noted that the 2025 campaign is structured to ensure broad national engagement, strong advocacy, and meaningful action.

National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)