In a decisive move to reshape the political landscape of West Africa, the ECOWAS Commission and UN Women have committed to a deepened strategic partnership aimed at dismantling barriers to female participation in governance. The high-level talks, held at the…
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) in collaboration with Nigerian justice and protection institutions has launched a Quick Reference Guide for Investigating Sexual Assault in Northeast Nigeria, aimed at strengthening survivor-centred justice and improving investigative outcomes in…
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) Regional Office for Nigeria and ECOWAS has officially commemorated the first-ever International Day of Women in Industry (IDWI). Centered on the theme “Women Shaping the Future of Industry,” the event served as a…
In a landmark move toward reforming Nigeria’s approach to substance use, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have launched a high-level initiative to transition the national drug response from a punitive,…
The Federal Government of Nigeria and the United Nations have formalised a commitment to deepen their collaboration, targeting the accelerated empowerment of women and youth through high-impact socio-economic initiatives. During a high-level meeting at the Presidential Villa on Thursday, Vice…
The UN Assistant Secretary-General for Youth Affairs, Felipe Paullier, visited the Amokachi Foundation today to advocate for the role of sports in peace-building and community development. The visit highlighted the foundation’s success in using football to uplift vulnerable youthand address…
In a significant move to bridge the gap between international policy and local action, the United Nations House in Abuja hosted an energetic “Open-Door Youth Engagement” session on Wednesday. The event featured Felipe Paullier, the Assistant Secretary-General (ASG) for Youth…
In a significant move to bolster the role of young people in national development, the United Nations Assistant Secretary-General (ASG) for Youth Affairs, Felipe Paullier, has arrived in Nigeria for a high-level working visit. The mission aims to foster direct…
The landscape of African innovation reached a milestone today as the University of Lagos (UNILAG) officially opened the doors to its University Innovation Pod (UNIPOD). Launched in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Federal Government, the…
Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has declared that Nigeria is strategically positioned to lead the African continent in harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive economic prosperity and innovation. Speaking on Monday at the official launch of the AI University Innovation…
