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Rights

April 13, 2026

NHRC calls for comprehensive national policy on protection of human rights

Tony Ojukwu made the call in reaction to the recent escalating attacks on both the military and civilian population in some parts of the country.

IDPs
April 13, 2026

South-South experts bemoan worsening environmental degradation in Niger Delta

The stakeholders stated this during a survey on the state of the environment in the South-South.

Degraded environment in South-South
April 13, 2026

How soldier was attacked, killed by civilian during brawl: Nigerian Army

“Jude, a native of Ezeagu local government area of Enugu state, reportedly left his duty post to purchase personal items when he was attacked,” the army said.

Dead soldier
April 12, 2026

Expert urges enforcement of child rights law

He said Nigeria has about 10.5 million children connected to the streets; one of the highest figures globally.

Street children
April 10, 2026

Herdsman forgives Ibadan man for poisoning cow, withdraws animal cruelty charge

“The complainant said the defendant begged him for forgiveness, and he decided to pardon him, considering the fact that they live in the same area,” the police said.

Dead cows used to illustrate this story
April 10, 2026

Nigeria, UN to deepen partnership on women, youth empowerment

Mr Shettima said the partnership would be actualised through key initiatives.

Vice President Kashim Shettima
April 10, 2026

Court dissolves 18-year-old marriage over wife’s alleged refusal to cook

In the suit, the petitioner told the court that his wife had subjected him to psychological and physical trauma in the last three years.

Gavel and wedding rings
April 10, 2026

Amnesty International condemns killing of 24 people in Kebbi

Amnesty International has condemned the killing of at least 24 people during an attack by bandits on the Debe community in Shanga LGA of Kebbi.

Displaced Residents
April 10, 2026

Iran’s War: UN Women raises alarm over plight of women, girls

UN Women has expressed concern over the devastating impacts of the recent military escalation in the Middle East on women and girls.

UN Women
April 10, 2026

Governor Alia watching as herdsmen freely kill Benue people, destroy farms: Lawmaker

“A disturbing fact is that these perpetrators move freely with their cattle under open grazing, despite the existence of an anti-open-grazing law,” said the Benue lawmaker.

Armed herdsman and Governor Hyacinth Alia