NHRC moves to promote equal political participation for women, disadvantaged groups
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called for more inclusive political participation in Nigeria saying that denying women and the disadvantaged group the opportunity to fully participate in politics…
Rwanda Synergies with WEF, World Bank to Host Africa Drone Forum and Flying Competitions
The next edition of the Africa Drone Forum (ADF) and Flying Competitions, an event that showcases the use of drones for different purposes will take place in Rwanda in February…
Gov Ihedioha restores power supply to Owerri Secretariat after seven years blackout!
The rebuild Imo Agenda of Governor Emeka Ihedioha is on course, as workers in the State will now smile following the restoration of power supply to the State Secretariat, Owerri…
NHRC Express Disappointment over the alleged Killing of Shiites Members
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has condemned the alleged killing of some members of the Shiites on Tuesday while on Ashura annual mourning procession across the nation. Executive Secretary…
NCDC/NFELTP TO HOLD 4TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC CONFERENCE IN ABUJA
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and the Nigeria Field Epidemiology and Laboratory Training Programme (NFELTP) is hosting the 4th NCDC/NFELTP Annual Scientific Conference in Abuja, from the 10th…
Mohamed Yahya formally assumes duty as Head of UNDP in Nigeria
UNDP’s newly appointed Resident Representative, Mohamed Yahya, formally commenced his duties in Nigeria. Mr Yahya will be UNDP’s first Resident Representative following the UN reforms that resulted in the separation…
Ohaneze Ndigbo to promote culture of peace at 2019 Igbo Day celebration!
Igbo Day 2019 Planning Committee, an Adhoc Committee of Ohaneze Nd’igbo Abuja FCT has announced that the theme for Igbo Day 2019 Celebration is aimed at promoting culture of peace…
NHRC urges organisers of Ashura procession to be mindful of Citizens’ Rights
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has urged the organisers of Ashura procession to be mindful of human Rights of the citizens. This note of caution became important after the…
NCDC RESPONDS TO CASES OF YELLOW FEVER IN BAUCHI STATE
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control has confirmed four cases of yellow fever in Bauchi State. Three of the confirmed cases are residents of Alkaleri Local Government Area (LGA) and…
#SaveOtumura: A mystifying Slum in the Heart of Mega City! (Part 1)
Whether we shy away from its reality or remain indifferent to its devastating effects amongst us on daily basis, corruption remains a major bane to economic, social, environmental and political…