Category: News
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‘TEARS FOR ENEBI’ HEADS TO MIAMI BEACH FILM FESTIVAL
From Nigeria to the global stage, a powerful short film confronting rape, betrayal and silence is set to shine in Miami. Nigerian short film Tears for Enebi has been selected for screening at the Miami Beach Film Festival, marking another major international milestone for the hard-hitting advocacy film. The 16-minute film, inspired by a true…
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ZERO TOLERANCE DAY: NGO VOWS TO STEP UP COMMUNITY FIGHT AGAINST FGM
From grassroots action to global advocacy, WAVE Foundation Africa says ending FGM must start in communities—and start now. Marking the 2026 International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), WAVE Foundation Africa has renewed its commitment to scale up community-led prevention, strengthen survivor support, and link grassroots realities with global advocacy to end…
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NDLEA HAULS 7,746 TONNES OF ILLICIT DRUGS IN KOGI
Big seizures, hundreds of arrests, and a push for prevention as NDLEA steps up the drug war in Kogi. The NDLEA in Kogi State says it confiscated a staggering 7,746 tonnes of illicit drugs between January and December 2025, dealing a major blow to drug traffickers. Briefing journalists in Lokoja, the state’s NDLEA boss, Mustapha…
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POLICE NAB LANDLADY OVER ALLEGED POISONING OF 3-YEAR-OLD TENANT’S SON IN ONDO
A landlord–tenant dispute reportedly turns dangerous as police step in to protect a child and pursue justice. Police in Ondo State have arrested a 40-year-old landlady, Nafisat Lateef, over the alleged poisoning of her tenant’s three-year-old son in Odigbo Local Government Area. According to police spokesperson DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the child’s mother reported that the…
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LAGOS TARGETS 10,000 DRIVERS WITH FREE HEALTH, SAFETY CHECKS
Eyes on safer roads as the state rolls out free medical screenings, eye tests and substance-abuse awareness for professional drivers. No fewer than 10,000 professional drivers in Lagos are set to benefit from a new health and safety programme aimed at boosting driver fitness and cutting road crashes. The initiative, announced by the Governor’s Special…
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LASSA FEVER ALERT: PLATEAU CONFIRMS 6 CASES, 4 DEATHS
Health authorities raise the alarm as infections spread across six LGAs, urging residents to stay vigilant and report symptoms early. Plateau State has confirmed six cases of Lassa fever, with four deaths recorded, including a medical doctor. The Commissioner for Health, Dr Nicholas Baamlong, disclosed this at a press briefing in Jos on Friday. The…
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ABDU RAZAQ STEPS IN: KWARA SETS UP PANEL TO SUPPORT WORO ATTACK VICTIMS
Following the deadly Woro attack, the Kwara State Government is moving to rebuild trust, assess needs and deliver targeted support to survivors. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has approved a seven-member committee to directly engage the Woro community in Kaiama LGA, as part of efforts to provide humanitarian relief and support rebuilding after the recent attack. According…
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OYO CUTS FGM RATE FROM 65% TO 18% — EXPERTS SAY “THIS IS LEADERSHIP”
Health experts and lawmakers hail Oyo State for turning the tide on female genital mutilation, but warn: the final push to zero must not slow down. Oyo State is getting major praise for slashing its FGM prevalence from 65% to 18%, a dramatic drop experts say proves that strong political will and community action can…
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ABDULRAZAQ LAUNCHES COMMITTEE TO REBUILD TRUST, SUPPORT WORO SURVIVORS
Governor moves to ensure aid reaches victims and restore community confidence after Woro attack. Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has set up a seven-member committee to engage leaders and residents of Woro community following the recent attack. The move aims to deliver humanitarian support, identify urgent needs, and assist in rebuilding efforts. The committee, chaired…
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50+ WORO ATTACK SURVIVORS HOSPITALISED AS SENATOR URGES STRONGER SECURITY IN KWARA NORTH
Over 50 injured in Woro bandit attack receive treatment as leaders call for tighter security. No fewer than 50 residents of Woro community, Kwara North, are receiving medical care in Ilorin after a violent bandit attack left many with gunshot and other injuries. Senator Sadiq Umar visited the survivors on Wednesday, offering sympathy and pledging…
