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Plan International, a non-governmental organization, has empowered 240 women and youth in Adamawa and Borno states through skills training. The initiative aims to boost their economic capacities and contribute to peacebuilding efforts in the Lake Chad region. The organization recently commissioned a livelihood incubation center in Fufore Local Government Area of Adamawa State to facilitate […]
MTN Group has announced the election of its President and CEO, Ralph Mupita, to the GSMA Board of Directors for the 2025-2026 term, spotlighting MTN’s commitment to advancing digital connectivity across Africa. The GSM Association (GSMA), a global non-profit representing mobile operators, plays a vital role in shaping the future of mobile communication worldwide. Ralph […]
HP Inc. has partnered with the Women at Risk International Foundation (WARIF) to address sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in Nigeria by promoting digital literacy and education. The initiative, announced in a statement that the project focuses on equipping young girls with the skills to identify and respond to abuse while empowering them for economic independence […]
With mental health challenges affecting millions worldwide—nearly half of all mental health disorders begin before age 14, according to Nature—adolescents and young adults face significant hurdles in addressing their needs. In Sub-Saharan Africa, for instance, approximately 14.3% of children struggle with severe psychological issues, as shown by research from PLOS. While a range of mental […]
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has intensified its efforts to tackle the circulation of counterfeit and unregistered medicines. This report exposed the widespread availability of fake Seretide inhalers in Nigerian markets just a year after GlaxoSmithKline, the UK pharmaceutical giant, exited the Nigerian market. NAFDAC’s response is part of […]
Every day, stories of women facing marginalization flood mainstream and social media, with sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) taking center stage in national conversations. This global issue is not just a statistic; it is a painful reality for many, and addressing it is a collective responsibility. By taking meaningful action, communities can contribute to real […]
On Thursday, the House of Representatives urged the Head of Service to establish Climate Change Desks in all Federal Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs). This initiative is part of a broader effort to address the significant challenges posed by climate change in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for coordinated action across various sectors. Kama Nkemkanma, a […]
Amnesty International has called on Nigeria’s federal government to prevent Shell’s planned $3 billion divestment in the Niger Delta from exacerbating the region’s human rights abuses and environmental degradation. Amnesty highlighted the decades of environmental and health damage suffered by Niger Delta communities due to Shell’s operations, warning that a poorly managed withdrawal could further […]
At the forefront of cybersecurity discussions, Microsoft has emphasized the growing need for enhanced security measures, particularly in light of rising cyber threats linked to the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI). During the recent Microsoft Ignite event, Lee-Anne James, Chief Data Officer at Microsoft South Africa, highlighted the increasingly sophisticated nature of cyber attacks, […]
