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UNICEF and Partners Drive Transformative Change for Almajiri and Girls in Sokoto

Sokoto: Two years ago, Abubakar Mustapha’s life was filled with uncertainty. Like many young people in Shuni, a community in Dange-Shuni Local Government Area of Sokoto State, he struggled to find a stable source of income. However, his fortunes changed when he participated in an empowerment training programme run by UNICEF, with support from the […]

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Boosting Post-Flood Farming Through ‘Residual Moisture Crop Production’ in Kebbi

Kebbi: Flooding is a natural disaster that happens when water spills over into usually dry land, often resulting in extensive damage. It can be caused by heavy downpours or human factors such as deforestation and inadequate urban planning. Nigeria has faced severe river and coastal flooding, leading to substantial destruction. In 2012, excessive rainfall caused […]

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High Mortgage Rates Prevent Nigerian Civil Servants from Affording Mass Housing: REDAN

Abuja: High mortgage interest rates pose a significant obstacle to housing affordability, particularly for low-income civil servants, according to the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN). The REDAN President, Mr. Akintoye Adeoye, highlighted this issue in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). According to News Agency of Nigeria, Adeoye expressed concerns […]

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Chelle Announces Final Super Eagles Squad for World Cup Qualifiers Against Rwanda and Zimbabwe

Lagos: ‚¬Å¡¬€¦¡¬€š¬¦¡¬°ric Chelle, the Super Eagles’ Head Coach, has released his final squad list for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe. Key forwards like Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen, and Simon Moses headline the list, along with other prominent players selected to represent Nigeria in these crucial fixtures. According to […]

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Experts Decry Mental Health Neglect in Correctional Facilities

Abuja: Health professionals have warned that inadequate mental health services and alleged inhumane treatment of mentally ill inmates in detention centres worsen their condition, amounting to torture and abuse. They spoke on Tuesday in Abuja at the ongoing second public hearing on alleged corruption and other violations against the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS). According to […]