Geneva: UN human rights chief, Volker Trk, has criticized nations and sports clubs worldwide for the continued underpayment of women in sports. Trk urged member states and sports organizations to address the significant gender and pay disparities that persist in women’s sports. According to News Agency of Nigeria, Trk highlighted the ongoing imbalance in the […]
Month: July 2025
Film Corporation Unveils Return of ‘Decasia’ Film Festival to Lagos for 2025
Lagos: Dr Ali Nuhu, Managing Director of the Nigerian Film Corporation (NFC), has announced the return of the heritage film festival ‘Decasia’ to Lagos for its 2025 edition, which is set to take place from July 27 to July 30. This announcement was made through NFC’s Director of Public Affairs, Brian Etuk, on Thursday in […]
Nigeria Can Tackle Security Challenges with Advanced Technology: Echefu
Abuja: A security expert, Dr. Bright Echefu, has asserted that through innovation and advanced technology, Nigeria is capable of addressing its security challenges. Echefu, who serves as the Chairman of the EIB Group, made these remarks during a media tour of the company’s security facilities. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the company provides intelligence […]
Buhari’s Fan Pledges N1m to Grave Diggers of Late Ex-President
Katsina: A fan of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari, Alhaji Sirajo Yazid-Abukur, has pledged N1 million to the laborers responsible for digging the grave where the ex-president was laid to rest at his Daura residence. Yazid-Abukur, who serves as the Managing Director of the Katsina State Roads Maintenance Agency (KASSROMA), made this announcement in […]
Niger Community Celebrates Long-Awaited Access to Potable Water
Kuchiko: After four decades, the Kuchiko Community in Tafa Local Government Area of Niger has finally gained access to potable water, thanks to the Nigerian Indigenous Women in Mining and Natural Resources Organisation (NIWIMNRO). Ms Felicia Dairo, Executive Director of NIWIMNRO, announced the development during the inauguration of a borehole on Thursday. According to News […]