Child rights activists and social workers have been urged to deepen advocacy and prioritize personal development to tackle the growing cases of child domestic abuse and exploitation across Nigeria. The call was made on Tuesday at a capacity-building workshop organized by CeCe Yara Child Advocacy Centre in Lagos for social workers and child protection professionals. The event held at the LCCI Conference Centre, Alausa, Ikeja focused on practical child welfare strategies and building a growth mindset for frontline responders. Speaking at the workshop, gender justice and child protection expert, Mrs. Alexis Sanya-Kawa, said continuous training, mentorship and feedback are critical…
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Ireti Kingibe, senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), says she repeatedly raised concerns over flooding and blocked drainage channels in Abuja before the latest deluge. On Saturday, residents of the FCT were left stranded after heavy rainfall triggered flooding that submerged vehicles in parts of the nation’s capital. Speaking on Monday on Prime Time, an Arise Television programme, Kingibe said her concerns over potential flooding to Nyesom Wike, minister of the FCT, were ignored. The senator said she had always advocated cooperation between elected officials and ministers regardless of political affiliations. “From the beginning, I’ve always said there has been no…
Two daughters of veteran Yoruba actor, Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, have cried out for help, saying hospitals have refused to continue treating their father, who they disclosed is battling stage-four cancer. The daughters, Lima and Kira Taiwo, made separate emotional appeals on Instagram on Monday, urging Nigerians, well-wishers and medical professionals with experience in cancer treatment to help save their father. In a video posted on her Instagram page, Lima said the actor’s condition had deteriorated and that hospitals had refused to treat him. Taiwo, who struggled to hold back tears throughout the video, appealed to Nigerians and…
Campaigns for the January 16 Presidential election officially kick off tomorrow in line with the guidelines of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). But not yet. A survey by The Nation reporters indicated that leading political parties – the All Progressives Congress (APC), the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) and the African Democratic Congress (ADC) – are not ready yet to go on the stump, nor are smaller parties. Campaigns into National Assembly offices will also open tomorrow. The elections will be held on the same day as the presidential poll. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (APC) is being challenged by Peter Obi…
Union Bank of Nigeria has attained certification under the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) version 4.0.1, the foremost global standard governing the protection of payment card account data. The certification took effect on 11 August 2026. PCI DSS sets a baseline of technical and operational requirements designed to safeguard environments in which payment card account data is stored, processed or transmitted. Certification confirms that a bank securely stores, processes and transmits its customers’ credit and debit card information, strengthening protection against payment card data breaches and financial fraud, while reinforcing public and customer confidence. The assessment covered…
BAGARUWA are seeds of the Acasia nicolita, mimosa or thorn tree. Some call it gum Arabic. Bagaruwa seed, strengthens immune system and rich in fibre. The seeds are used traditionally for female intimate care, other traditional medicine remedies and leather tanning. The bark releases an edible gum used as medicine and also as glue. The seeds act as a source of dietary fiber and supports digestive issues. The extracted components are applied to manage skin irritations and healing of minor wounds. #africanherbsandspices
Governor Ademola Adeleke of the Accord Party has been declared the winner of the just-concluded Osun State governorship election by INEC. Still, beyond it, the victory is a result of the prophetic seed planted by Primate Ayodele in February 2025. Governor Adeleke had travelled all the way from Osun State to Lagos to honour Primate Ayodele’s invitation to his annual thanksgiving programme at INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church on that fateful day; he came with his entourage and appreciated the gift of God in the life of the prophet. In attendance were also the former president of Liberia, George Weah, traditional…
Tegbe Foundation has concluded its Empowerment Initiative tagged #JTstrikesDiamond with a colorful Closing Ceremony in Ibadan, marking the successful disbursement of direct financial support to 60 small businesses and social enterprises across Oyo State, the majority of them youth-led. Under the Initiative, the 60 beneficiaries each received grants between ₦100,000 and ₦500,000. The Initiative was conceived to celebrate the 60th birthday of the Founder of Tegbe Foundation, Mogaji Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, and its Presentation Ceremony was convened in commemoration of International Youth Day, reflecting the Foundation’s continued commitment to youth development and enterprise. According to the Executive Director of Tegbe…
Nationwide campus experience brings music, entertainment and talent discovery to students, with opportunities for emerging artistes to win prizes and advance their careers. For Rite Foods Limited, bringing BIGI Carbonated Soft Drinks and Fearless Energy Drink to Nigerian campuses is about more than brand engagement. Through its partnership with Soundcity OnTour, the company is creating a platform where music, entertainment and talent discovery meet, giving young Nigerians the opportunity to express themselves and take their creativity further. The 2026 Soundcity OnTour has now completed activations at 14 tertiary institutions across Nigeria, including the University of Port Harcourt and Niger Delta…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said the re-election of Governor Ademola Adeleke in the just-concluded Osun election is a fitting assurance that democracy will continue to flourish in our country under the All Progressives Congress administration. “I called Governor Ademola Adeleke earlier today to congratulate him on his election victory in Osun State. His victory once again confirmed the confidence the people of Osun State have in him. “I wish him great success as he prepares to lead the state for the next four years. Now that he has won, Governor Adeleke must unite the people of Osun State and rally…