Ogun Customs intensifies fight against smuggling, proliferation of arms
The Ogun Command of the Nigerian Custom Service said it has intensified its patrol to check smuggling, bunkering and proliferation of small arms and ammunitions in the state. The command’s…
WaterAid set to drive improved WASH in Plateau State, launches EU funded ‘Technical Assistance to CSOs’ project
In Plateau State, as is the case across most of the country, access to water supply and sanitation services have been inadequate. About 61% of the state’s household population currently…
Nigeria reaps $5b from partnership with China
Nigeria’s partnership with China through the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) resulted in the execution of vital infrastructure across the country valued at over $5 billion in the last three…
South Africa in recession for first time since 2009
South Africa entered recession in the second quarter for the first time since 2009, data showed on Tuesday, in a stinging blow to President Cyril Ramaphosa’s efforts to revive the…
US Considers Shutting Down Counter-Terrorism Units In Africa
The Pentagon is looking at pulling nearly all U.S. commandos from Niger and shutting down most elite counter-terrorism units across Africa, according to a media report. Pentagon officials tell The…
Nigeria Ranked 43rd World Military Power Ahead Of Portugal, Belgium
Nigeria has been ranked the 43rd military power in the world and fourth in Africa. But the United States (US) retained its prime position as the country with the greatest…
Osinbajo’s view on state police contrasts Buhari’s
Nigeria’s Vice-president Yemi Osinbajo again on Tuesday made a case for state police in the country, which has been one of the many demands of the those calling for the…
Shaping Nigeria’s Digital Future through Positive Legislation By ‘Gbenga Sesan and Mark Stephens
Nigeria stands on the cusp of great progress in the information and communication technology (ICT) sector, owing to diverse efforts by mostly youth-led entrepreneurs and collaborations. In recent years, policymakers…
SERAP Drags INEC To Court Over ‘Failure To Put Ekiti Vote Buyers On Trial’
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has dragged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to courtover the commission’s “failure to put Ekiti vote buyers on trial and do something about…
UN human rights expert to assess trafficking in persons in Nigeria
UN Special Rapporteur Maria Grazia Giammarinaro will be visiting Nigeria to assess the issue of trafficking in persons in the country. This official visit will be between 3rd and 10th…