Global Rights Commends Kano High Court For discharging the case against a minor!
Global Rights has applauded the move by the Kano High Court (Appeal Division) to acquit and discharge the case against 13-year-old minor, Master Umar Farouq, who had previously been sentenced…
Host Communities factions went physical at the PIB Public Hearing, Demand 10% Equity Shareholding
There was pandemonium at the recent Public Hearing of Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) organised by the National Assembly when two factions of Host communities (HOSTCOM) went physical with one another…
NIEE Abuja Chapter holds Public Lecture, as Lynda Elesa becomes 6th Chairman!
The Nigerian Institution of Environmental Engineers (NIEE, Abuja Chapter), a division of the Nigerian Society of Engineers has held a Public Lecture and Investiture Ceremony for Engr. Linda Bitrus Elesa…
International World Education Day: “Increase Allocation for Education to 15% – 20% of Public Expenditure” ActionAid urges FGN
In commemoration of the 2021 International Education Day, ActionAid Nigeria and other campaigners has urged Federal Government of Nigeria to revise and increase allocation for Education to 15% – 20%…
UN Envoy applauds Gov. Zulum’s Outstanding Performance, says his reputation preceeds him
The United Nations under Secretary-General for Safety and Security, Mr. Gilles Michaud was in Maiduguri, Borno State on Tuesday, for on the spot humanitarian needs assessment, and to meet the…
Become the Next Face of Niger Delta Cultural Pageant, as entries for 2021 edition begins! See how to participate
Face of Niger Delta Cultural Pageant (FONDCUP) has formally announced entries from contestants for its 2021 rebranded edition. FONDCUP, a cultural pageant organized by LizGold Global International Ltd., in partnership…
FCMB prioritises SMEs, extends financial support to over 15,000 women
First City Monument Bank, a foremost financial services provider in Nigeria, has continue her aggressive drive and support for the Small and Medium Enterprises sector in the country. The bank,…
Lagos plans to secure N193.5bn loan to Partially Fund Its 2021 Budget
The Lagos State Government has announced plans to raise N193.5 billion through domestic and international loans, to partially fund its N1.164 trillion budget in 2021. The city’s Commissioner for Economic…
Civil Group in Africa condemns Internet Shutdown in Uganda before Elections
Paradigm Initiative, a civil and digital rights organization in Africa has condemned, in the strongest terms possible, the directive by the Uganda Communications Commission ordering a temporary “Suspension of the…
Apply! PIN kicks off registration for DRIF 2021!
Paradigm Initiative (PIN) has announced the opening of registration for the Digital Rights and Inclusion Forum, 2021 which set to commence on Monday, January 18th to Thursday, February 18th, 2021.…