Nasarawa State confronts rising GBV cases, vows enforcement
Nasarawa State reports 852 gender-based violence cases in 2025, prompting Commissioner Hauwa Jugbo to reaffirm the government’s commitment to enforcing […]
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Nigeria: UNICEF, stakeholders demand child protection, education
On World Children’s Day, UNICEF, Nigerian government, and media leaders urged enhanced child protection, education access, and rights enforcement amidst
Governor Otti presents Abia State’s N1.016 trillion budget
Governor Alex Otti presented Abia State’s N1.016 trillion 2026 budget to the State House of Assembly, with 80% for capital
Nasarawa Government Concerned Over 852 Gender-Based Violence Cases in Nine Months
Nasarawa State reports 852 Gender-Based Violence cases from January to September 2025, prompting government concern and strengthened enforcement. READ MORE
Adebola Arowona alleges IBEDC assault, pregnancy loss
An Ibadan woman, Adebola Arowona, claims she lost her pregnancy after an alleged assault by Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC)
WHO warns of rising drug-resistant gonorrhoea threat
The World Health Organization (WHO) warns of a significant rise in drug-resistant gonorrhoea, particularly to key antibiotics like ceftriaxone, urging
Pate, Premium Times lead Nigeria health reform dialogue
Coordinating Minister Professor Muhammad Ali Pate stresses the urgent need for Nigeria to fortify its primary healthcare system, headlining the
U.S. backs Zipline’s $150m Africa healthcare expansion
The U.S. State Department approved a $150 million award to Zipline, expanding its AI-powered drone delivery network across Africa to
Edo vows accountability for digital abusers, says Abdallah
Edo State, through Commissioner Mrs. Eugenia Abdallah, reaffirms its commitment to protect women and girls from digital violence, promising accountability
EFCC probes National Orthopaedic Hospital MD over scam
The EFCC is probing the head of the National Orthopaedic Hospital for alleged involvement in a N43 million furniture contract