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November 6, 2025

Russia introduces child SIM cards with location tracking

“The SIM cards for children would be issued only with the permission of parents,” Mr Shadayev said.

November 6, 2025

79 Ibadan prison inmates granted pardon

“The exercise is just to assist in decongesting this facility; it is an exercise that is meant to be undertaken periodically,” said the chief judge.

Agodi Correctional Centre
November 6, 2025

Rivers: Fubara’s administration vows to eradicate sexual, gender-based violence

The Rivers government reiterated its commitment to eradicating all forms of sexual and gender-based violence against women, girls, and other vulnerable persons.

Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara
November 5, 2025

NAPTIP hunts husband as wife undergoes emergency surgery after assault

Mr Magnus said that following the attack, a NAPTIP rapid response team proceeded to the suspect’s residence in Jabi to effect an arrest.

National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) and sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) used to illustrate the story.
November 5, 2025

Coalition of women condemns arbitrary passport seizure by NIS

According to Womanifesto, the right to movement is fundamental and non-negotiable.

NIS boss and Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi
November 4, 2025

PPDC offers free legal representation to 5,595 detainees

Thousands of people remain in custodial centres awaiting trial, some for months, others for years, often for minor offences.

Agodi prison
November 4, 2025

Youth parliament leaders back Reserved Seats Gender Bill

The COSYPS deputy chairperson stated that the Reserved Seats Bill aimed to address the historical underrepresentation of women in governance.

National Assembly Complex
November 3, 2025

Church members arrested for defamation against Ibadan pastor

The defendants allegedly published a defamatory statement on WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook against their pastor, Gbemiga David.

Faith and Miracle International Church
November 3, 2025

Jos: Bus conductor convicted, fined N40,000 for threatening resident

The judge, Irene Pati, sentenced the convict after he pleaded guilty to the offence.

Area court in Jos
November 3, 2025

New NAOWA president promises to deepen support for military families

In her inaugural address, Ms Shaibu paid tribute to Mrs Oluyede for her exemplary leadership.

Mernan Oluyede