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Stop the Violence: CAN Urges Government to Protect Christian Communities Immediately
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urgently appealed to the federal government to implement transparent and fair measures aimed at stopping the ongoing violent...

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Politics Today
4 weeks ago4 weeks ago

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has urgently appealed to the federal government to implement transparent and fair measures aimed at stopping the ongoing violent assaults on Christian communities and ensuring that those responsible are held accountable. This appeal was articulated in a statement released on Wednesday by Archbishop Daniel Okoh, the National President of...

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Kanu’s Lawyer Urges Nigerian Government: “End the Use of Bullets to Suppress Justice
Ifeanyi Ejiofor, the chief legal representative for Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has issued a stern warning to...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

Ifeanyi Ejiofor, the chief legal representative for Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has issued a stern warning to the Nigerian government against resorting to military force as a means to quell demands for justice or replacing dialogue with violence in addressing nationwide unrest. In a statement released on...

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Nigerian CSOs Stand Firm Against UN’s Controversial Proposal to Dismantle UNAIDS
A coalition comprising Nigerian community networks and civil society organizations (CSOs) has issued a strong denunciation of a United Nations proposal to discontinue the Joint...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

A coalition comprising Nigerian community networks and civil society organizations (CSOs) has issued a strong denunciation of a United Nations proposal to discontinue the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) by the close of 2026. They caution that this decision risks undoing decades of significant advancements in combating HIV. This alliance, representing diverse groups...

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FIRS Launches Trust Fund to Support Families of Afriland Fire Victims
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced the establishment of a robust welfare program aimed at providing enduring support to the families of employees...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced the establishment of a robust welfare program aimed at providing enduring support to the families of employees who pass away while in service. This initiative follows the recent tragic fire in Lagos that resulted in the loss of four staff members. During a commemorative event honoring the...

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Rights Advocates Slam Eswatini for Delaying Crucial US Deportation Case | Migration News
A scheduled court hearing in Eswatini concerning the ongoing detention of four men deported from the United States was marked by the unexpected absence of...

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International News
1 month ago1 month ago

A scheduled court hearing in Eswatini concerning the ongoing detention of four men deported from the United States was marked by the unexpected absence of the presiding judge. This legal proceeding, set for Thursday, was initiated by multiple non-governmental organizations contesting the legality of holding these individuals-originating from Cuba, Laos, Vietnam, and Yemen-without formal charges....

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Nguroje Champions Creation of Sardauna State and Advocates Special Seats for Women Empowerment
Honorable Babangida Nguroje, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has expressed strong support for the establishment of Sardauna State, the constitutional recognition of...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

Honorable Babangida Nguroje, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has expressed strong support for the establishment of Sardauna State, the constitutional recognition of traditional institutions, and the introduction of dedicated seats for women within Nigeria’s legislative framework. During a presentation at the Constitution Review Committee’s stakeholder public forum held in Abuja, Nguroje emphasized...

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UN Champions Justice for GBV Survivors in Bauchi: Breaking Barriers, Empowering Voices
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has emphasized the urgent need to enhance rapid access to justice for survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Bauchi...

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Politics Today
1 month ago1 month ago

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has emphasized the urgent need to enhance rapid access to justice for survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Bauchi State. They highlighted that the success of these efforts hinges on the steadfast dedication of key institutions to support and equip frontline service providers effectively. During a comprehensive two-day workshop...

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Give the Poor a Chance to Breathe: Empowering Voices for Change!
My attendance here today highlights the significant value we place on this Entrepreneurial Leadership Development program. I stand before you not as a distant figure,...

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Politics Today
2 months ago2 months ago

My attendance here today highlights the significant value we place on this Entrepreneurial Leadership Development program. I stand before you not as a distant figure, but as someone who began modestly-launching a small hotel with just five rooms in Eket back in 1996. Over time, before entering public service, we expanded to own numerous hotel...

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CSOs Rally for a National Humanitarian Relief Fund to Support Displaced Persons
The Civil Society Budget Implementation Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation Committee (CBIAMEC) has advocated for the creation of a specialized Humanitarian Relief, Recovery, and Reintegration Fund...

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Politics Today
2 months ago2 months ago

The Civil Society Budget Implementation Assessment, Monitoring and Evaluation Committee (CBIAMEC) has advocated for the creation of a specialized Humanitarian Relief, Recovery, and Reintegration Fund (HRRRF) to effectively tackle Nigeria’s escalating displacement crisis. During a press conference held in Abuja yesterday, CBIAMEC chairman Ambassador Agbonkpolor Splendor highlighted that the magnitude of Nigeria’s humanitarian emergencies has...

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Civil Defence Officers’ Wives Unite to Support Widows of Fallen Heroes
Demonstrating a strong commitment to the well-being of its members, the FCT Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), through the Officers’...

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Politics Today
2 months ago2 months ago

Demonstrating a strong commitment to the well-being of its members, the FCT Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), through the Officers’ Wives Association (CDOWA), recently extended vital support to widows of fallen officers, spouses of active personnel, and other vulnerable individuals within the Corps community. In the face of escalating economic...

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