Saturday, August 1, 2026

Rights

March 16, 2026

Nigerian Muslims, others should be protected against islamophobia: UN Secretary-General

UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres has urged governments and communities worldwide to intensify efforts to combat Islamophobia and protect Muslims.

Nigerian Muslims praying; Guterres
March 14, 2026

Benue varsity ASUU threatens strike over salary arrears, pension irregularities

The body said several attempts to engage the university administration on the issues have so far produced no concrete commitments.

Father Adasu University, Makurdi (FAUM)
March 13, 2026

Women, children paying price of Afghanistan, Pakistan conflicts: UN

“We continue to call for an immediate cessation in hostilities to prevent further loss of civilian life,” the mission stated.

Children affected by Afghanistan-Pakistan conflicts
March 13, 2026

Missing Nigerian, Kenyan women found dead in UK waters raise concerns

“There has been speculation online about whether someone could be targeting Black people, particularly Black women,” the group said.

Photos of the missing Black women
March 13, 2026

Female journalists in Bauchi push for healthcare, education rights

Ms Yusuf advised mothers to ensure that children under five receive routine immunisation.

Female journalist
March 13, 2026

APWEN urges female engineers to share expertise, empower others

The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria has highlighted the importance of creating a supportive ecosystem in STEM.

APWEN members
March 13, 2026

UN urges stronger action to end violence against women, girls

UN deputy secretary-general Amina Mohammed has warned that violence against women and girls continues to be fuelled by war.

UN Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed
March 12, 2026

70% of female students experience GBV in Nigerian universities: Survey

A baseline survey on sexual harassment in Nigerian public tertiary institutions has revealed that 70 per cent of female students.

female students
March 12, 2026

NAICOM directs insurers to link policies with NIN

The commissioner for insurance and chief executive officer of NAICOM, Olusegun Omosehin, disclosed this during a media interactive session in Lagos.

NAICOM
March 12, 2026

NDPHC reaffirms commitment to gender inclusion

Ms Adighije said this in a statement on Thursday to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day.

Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC)