Abuja: Prof. Patience Ukiri-Mudiare, a sociologist specializing in spousal violence, emphasizes that gender-based violence (GBV) can be effectively addressed through gender empowerment and robust institutional support. Ukiri-Mudiare, in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), highlighted that GBV leads to physical and psychological injuries, perpetuating unequal power dynamics between men and women. According […]
Month: July 2025
Constitution Review: S/West Speakers Seek Laws to Address Boundary Disputes
Lagos: The Conference of Speakers of State Assemblies, South-West Zone, has called on the National Assembly to enact strong laws to address boundary disputes in the country. The Chairman of the conference in the zone, Mr Adeoye Aribasoye, made the call while speaking at Day 2 of the South-West Zonal Public Hearing on the Review […]
CDS’ Wife Urges Barracks Women to Embrace Regular Exercise and Healthy Eating
Abuja: Mrs. Oghogho Musa, President of the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA), has called on women residing in military barracks to prioritize regular physical exercise, healthy eating habits, and self-discipline for a healthier lifestyle. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Musa made this appeal during the DEPOWA Monthly Health Walk and Aerobics event […]
Tinubu Installs Igwe Agubuzu as Chancellor, Federal University of Kashere
Gombe: President Bola Tinubu has formally installed Igwe Lawrence Agubuzu, the Ogbunechendo of Ezema Olo Kingdom, as the Chancellor of the Federal University of Kashere in Gombe State. The investiture, held on Saturday in Gombe, coincided with the university’s combined 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th convocation ceremonies for the award of higher degrees and the […]
Alli and Folarin Celebrate Olubadan’s 90th Birthday and Coronation Anniversary
Ibadan: Sen. Sharafadeen Alli (APC- Oyo South) and Sen. Teslim Folarin have congratulated the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Owolabi Olakunlehin, on his 90th birthday and first coronation anniversary. Alli, who holds the title of Ekarun Balogun of Ibadanland, highlighted the peaceful and impactful nature of the Olubadan’s reign, describing it as a significant blessing to […]