Abuja: The Senate on Wednesday passed the N124.2 billion 2024 budget of the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF). The passage of the budget occurred following the consideration and adoption of the report from the Senate Committee on Police Affairs during a plenary session. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the Vice-Chairman of the committee, Sen. […]
Day: May 28, 2025
Burna Boy and Dangote Among 2025 Africa’s Most Notable Peace Icons
Abuja: Grammy-winning music superstar Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, and Aliko Dangote, president of Dangote Group, have been recognized among the 2025 ‘100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa.’ According to News Agency of Nigeria, they were named in the ‘Peace building row call’ at the ‘Unveiling News Conference’ held by the organizers […]
CAPRIGHTS-VP Advocates for Stronger Protection of Child Domestic Workers in Lagos
Lagos: The Centre for the Advancement and Protection of the Rights of Vulnerable People (CAPRIGHTS-VP) is advocating for stronger protection of child domestic workers (CDWs) from maltreatment. CAPRIGHTS-VP made the call during a school sensitisation outreach held at Idimu Junior College, Lagos State, with the theme: ‘Protecting Child Domestic Workers from Maltreatment’. According to News […]
CSO Unveils ‘ACT Naija’ Project to Strengthen Social Protection for Vulnerable Nigerians
Abuja: The Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice (ANEEJ), a Civil Society Organisation, has unveiled a project termed ‘ACT Naija’, focused on enhancing social protection for vulnerable groups within the society. This initiative aims to be a robust response to the pressing need for inclusive and accountable social protection systems across Nigeria. According to […]
C’River Partners with AHF to Distribute Sanitary Pads in Underserved Communities
Calabar: The Government of Cross River State has announced a partnership with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) to distribute sanitary pads to women and girls in underserved communities across the state. This initiative was revealed by Mrs. Edema Irom, Commissioner for Women Affairs, during an engagement with four secondary schools in Cross River to mark […]