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Rights

October 14, 2024

Man jailed seven years for sexually exploiting 11-yr-old girl in Kano

Mr Babale said the defendant allegedly lured his neighbour’s 11-year-old daughter into his wife’s room and sexually exploited her.

Silhouette of man in prison
October 11, 2024

Youth minister advocates for improved decisions to empower girl-child

Ayodele Olawande, the minister of state for youth development, has advocated for proper decision-making that will improve the girl-child’s life

Minister of State for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande
October 11, 2024

Gov Radda vows to combat human trafficking, gender-based violence in Katsina

Mr Radda stressed the need for proactive strategies to address the spate of violence, especially sexual abuse against women.

Governor Dikko Radda
October 11, 2024

Alleged Murder: Doguwa lauds court’s ruling upholding his innocence

Mr Doguwa said that the judgment is a testimony of good and reliable judicial system in the country.

Alhassan-Ado-Doguwa
October 10, 2024

Health workers threaten strike, issue 15-day ultimatum to FG

Health workers under the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) and Assembly of Healthcare Professionals have issued the federal government a 15-day ultimatum to implement demands

HEALTH WORKERS IN KADUNA
October 9, 2024

Judge’s absence stalls ruling in Binance executive’s bail plea

The matter, which was fixed for ruling on Mr Gambaryan’s bail request, could not proceed as Mr Nwite was said to have gone for a seminar at the National Judicial Institute, Abuja.

Justice Nwite and Gambaryan
October 8, 2024

Court remands Adamawa couple for cruelty to children

Chief Magistrate Musa Adamu ordered that the defendants of Makama B ward, Yola Town, be remanded at the correctional facility until October 21.

Nigerian Prison (Credit: Premium Times)
October 8, 2024

Lagos assembly to refine data protection bill to address privacy breaches

Mr Obasa said emerging technologies had brought significant benefits to the world despite any drawbacks.

Lagos Assembly
October 8, 2024

Parental neglect tops list of rights violations in Adamawa: NHRC

NHRC recorded 138 cases of human rights violations between January and September 30 in Adamawa.

National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)
October 8, 2024

FG pledges support for gender equality in workplace policy

The federal government says it will support initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality and empowering women in the workplace.

Working Women