Tag: #UNICEF
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NIGERIA AND UK VOW TO DEEPEN PARTNERSHIP ON DEFENCE, TRADE, AND CYBERSECURITY
Stronger ties ahead as Nigeria and the UK commit to collaboration and youth empowerment. At a bilateral meeting in New York, Vice President Kashim Shettima and UK Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy pledged to strengthen cooperation across defence, trade, migration, and cybersecurity. Shettima also spoke at the UNICEF-hosted Global Leadership Council Meeting, highlighting Nigeria’s focus…
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PLATEAU TO REACH 80,000 CHILDREN WITH MALNUTRITION SUPPLEMENTS
Governor Mutfwang and UNICEF partner to fight child malnutrition with life-saving supplements. Plateau Governor Caleb Mutfwang announced that 80,000 children aged 6-23 months will benefit from the Small Quantity Lipid-based Nutrient Supplements (SQLNS) thanks to a UNICEF-backed initiative. The program, supported by a $200,000 state commitment matched by the Child Nutrition Fund, aims to tackle…
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UNICEF TRAINS 60+ NORTHWEST JOURNALISTS ON ETHICAL CHILD RIGHTS REPORTING
Ethical reporting is key to protecting children’s dignity and fostering peace in Nigeria. UNICEF and the Federal Ministry of Information held a two-day training in Kano to equip over 60 journalists with skills for responsible child-focused reporting. Rahama Farah emphasized avoiding sensationalism, safeguarding vulnerable children, and building media credibility as vital for community trust and…
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UNICEF CALLS FOR INCREASED FUNDING TO FIGHT MULTIDIMENSIONAL POVERTY IN SOKOTO
UNICEF urges greater financial investment in Sokoto’s social sectors to combat rising multidimensional poverty, especially among vulnerable groups. Speaking at a workshop on Medium Term Sector Strategies (2026-2028), UNICEF’s Michael Juma highlighted the urgent need for child-focused initiatives like cash transfers, social health insurance, and support for out-of-school children. The Sokoto State government was commended…
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Nigeria’s Women Leaders Turn the Tide on Menstrual Health with New Policy Validation
Menstrual health is finally getting the star treatment it deserves in Nigeria — and it’s all hands on deck in Abuja! In a vibrant gathering in Abuja, key players in Nigeria’s women affairs and health sectors came together to validate the country’s National Policy on menstrual health and hygiene management. The event, hosted by the…
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KWARA PUSHES FOR STRONGER PARTNERSHIP TO END GBV AND FGM
Kwara State is intensifying efforts to fight gender-based violence (GBV) and eradicate female genital mutilation (FGM) through enhanced collaboration among civil society, security, judiciary, and healthcare sectors. At a recent training workshop in Ilorin, Commissioner Dr. Mariam Imam stressed the shared commitment to protect the dignity, safety, and rights of women and children. She condemned…
