UN Women has premiered a new Nollywood film titled Ibukun and the People in Abuja, designed to promote women’s political participation and mobilise support for inclusive governance ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 elections. The premiere, held at the United Nations House…
By Peter Emmanuel | The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), in partnership with the Cross River State Government, has launched a week-long Training of Trainers (ToT) programme aimed at strengthening yam seed systems, improving agronomic practices, and boosting agribusiness…
The Foundation for Environmental Rights Advocacy and Development (FENRAD) Nigeria has petitioned the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals (OSSAP-SDGs), calling for a full investigation into alleged substandard classroom projects in Abia State…
The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) has officially partnered with Sikirabu Africa Ltd to launch “Sikirabu,” an innovative educational board game. This strategic initiative is designed to revitalize and promote the teaching and learning of the Yoruba language…
Amnesty International has condemned the recent abduction of school children in parts of Nigeria, expressing deep concern over a growing wave of attacks targeting schools and communities across the country. The organisation said it is alarmed by reports of coordinated…
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan, to immediately investigate allegations that governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) reportedly diverted about ₦800 billion from…
By Emannuel Peter | The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has called for a more inclusive approach to digital transformation in education in Nigeria, urging young people to take a leading role in shaping solutions that promote equality and expand…
The African Union has congratulated the African Union Development Agency (AUDA-NEPAD) on its silver jubilee, marking 25 years of advancing Africa’s development and integration agenda. In a statement, the AU commended AUDA-NEPAD for its sustained contributions to the continent’s growth…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that all 22 registered political parties in Nigeria have successfully submitted their membership registers ahead of the 2027 General Election. The submission complies with the strict provisions of the Electoral Act 2026,…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has secured a major victory on the international financial stage as S&P Global Ratings upgraded the country’s sovereign credit rating from ‘B-’ to ‘B’ with a Stable Outlook. This upward revision completes a sweep of…
