Nigeria has secured a seat on the WAITRO Board following the election of RMRDC Director-General Professor Nnanyelugo Ike-Muonso as Sub-Saharan Africa representative.
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Bauchi Assembly Seeks More Sexual Assault Centres Across State to Improve SGBV Survivor Care!
Bauchi State House of Assembly has called for additional Sexual Assault Referral Centres to improve access to medical, psychosocial and justice services for SGBV survivors.
Shettima Demands Answers Over Deaths of 37 Miners in Niger, Announces ₦250m Support for Families!
Vice President Kashim Shettima has demanded answers over the deaths of 37 miners in NSCDC custody in Niger State and announced ₦250 million support for their families.
NAF Aircraft Crashes in Ondo While on Routine Mission From Benin to Lagos!
A Nigerian Air Force ATR-42 aircraft crashed in Igbokoda, Ondo State, while travelling from Benin to Lagos, with 32 people preliminarily reported aboard as search-and-rescue operations continue.
Galadima Challenges Masari’s ‘Ingrate’ Claim, Says Northern Insecurity Must Matter in Tinubu Support Debate!
Ogun PDP chieftain Segun Showunmi has urged non-indigenes and hunters to mobilise support for President Bola Tinubu ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 presidential election.
Benue Boat Tragedy: 11 Mourners Dead After Vessel Carrying 43 Capsizes on River Benue!
Eleven people died after a boat carrying 43 mourners capsized on the River Benue in Makurdi, prompting investigations and renewed waterway safety warnings.
FG Urges Nigerian Youth to Turn Ideas into Practical Solutions!
Federal Government urges Nigerian youth to turn ideas into practical solutions as the National Youth Confab 2026 and youth innovation programmes expand opportunities for participation.
Gombe Assures 1,502 NYSC Corps Members of Safety and Welfare During Service Year!
Gombe State has assured 1,502 newly deployed NYSC corps members of safety, welfare and government support as they begin their 2026 Batch C Stream I service year.
Nigeria Condemns Deaths of Three Nationals in South Africa, Demands Transparent Investigation!
Nigeria has condemned the deaths of three nationals in South Africa between September 18 and 21, 2026, demanding transparent investigations and accountability.
2027: Onaiyekan Urges INEC to Protect Nigerians’ Freedom to Choose Their Leaders!
Cardinal John Onaiyekan has urged INEC and political actors to protect Nigerians’ freedom to choose their leaders and strengthen electoral reforms ahead of the 2027 elections.
Shettima Returns to Nigeria After Leading Nigeria’s Delegation to 81st UN General Assembly!
Vice President Kashim Shettima has returned to Nigeria after leading the country’s delegation to the 81st UN General Assembly, where he advanced Nigeria’s positions on UN reform, development financing, climate support and African representation.
AbdulRazaq Unveils Book Celebrating 50 Women in Diplomacy!
Kwara Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq co-presents The Female Diplomat, a book documenting the contributions of 50 women to diplomacy and public service.
Kano Restricts Durbar Processions and Horse Riding Over Security Concerns!
Kano authorities have restricted Durbar processions and horse-riding activities amid security concerns linked to rival Sallah celebrations and the ongoing Kano Emirate dispute.
Newlywed Arrested at Enugu Airport With 72 Cocaine Wraps Bound for Portugal!
Newlywed Lovely Chukwulobelu was reportedly arrested at Enugu airport with 72 wraps of cocaine allegedly destined for Portugal, according to a report attributed to the NDLEA.
League of Imams Disowns Unauthorised Islamic Chieftaincy Titles in Yorubaland!
The League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland has disowned unauthorised Islamic chieftaincy titles and urged the public to verify claims of official recognition.