Nigeria has reaffirmed its dedication to protecting children’s rights and ending violence against them at the inaugural Global Conference on Ending Violence Against Children in Bogota, Colombia. Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, led the Nigerian delegation, comprising 1,600 participants, 143 ministers, and 93 countries, with a pledge to drive transformative change. The minister emphasized […]
The Rivers State government has announced its commitment to tackling gender-based violence (GBV), aiming to reduce its prevalence to between 5 and 10 percent. Commissioner for Social Welfare and Rehabilitation, Ilamu Arugu, expressed gratitude to the Rivers State Multi-Stakeholders Action Committee on GBV prevention for their selfless efforts and cooperation. The committee, funded by Action-Aid […]
The Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, ‘Bosun Tijani, reaffirmed the government’s dedication to equipping Nigerian youth with vital digital skills during his visit to Teesas Education Learning Centre Lekki. This centre is one of the Applied Learning Clusters (ALC) of the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme, a flagship initiative of the Federal […]
The Lagos State Government has made a significant move in addressing climate change by partnering with Access Bank and Carbonivity at the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan. This strategic collaboration aims to drive climate investment and promote sustainable development in Africa’s largest city. With Lagos facing complex climate challenges amidst […]
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the National Horticulture Research Institute (NIHORT), has empowered 300 youths and women in Lere Federal Constituency, Kaduna State, with skills in tomato and okra production, value addition, and seed production. The training program, conducted by NIHORT, covered a wide range of topics, including nursery practices, transplanting techniques, field management, […]
eTranzact International Plc, a leading financial technology company, has been recognized for its commitment to community development through its Food Connect Initiative. This year, the initiative provided essential food relief packs to over 500 underprivileged women in Lagos State. The distribution event, held at Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island, aimed to alleviate the economic burdens […]
Oral health, often overlooked, is a crucial aspect of overall well-being. To raise awareness and expand access to oral healthcare in Nigeria, experts in the dentistry field are urging a collaborative approach between the public and private sectors. Speaking during a Press Conference in Lagos, the Founder and CEO of Smile360, Amy Shumbusho, stated that […]
A team of researchers from Lagos State University has unveiled the alarming prevalence of sexual violence in Nigeria. The research, spanning 12 states across the country, uncovered shocking statistics, with a staggering 35% of both married and unmarried women reporting significant experiences of sexual violence. The study, titled “Emerging Patterns and Determinants of Rape: Comparative […]
To uplift vulnerable Nigerians and foster economic stability in Lagos’ Oshodi-Isolo local government area, SOS Children’s Villages (Nigeria) has disbursed N240 million to over 250 women entrepreneurs operating micro, small, and medium-sized businesses. This initiative, executed through eight Village Savings & Loans Associations (VSLAs), aims to strengthen these women’s enterprises, enabling sustainable livelihoods and improved […]
By Harriet C. Ijeomah In a digital era dominated by rapid information sharing, fake news has found fertile ground, especially on platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, and Telegram. The unchecked spread of unverified information on these platforms has led to confusion, fear, and even violence, creating serious societal harm. As misinformation surges, particularly on closed platforms, […]
