In a concerning development, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has raised alarm over the escalating instances of human rights abuses across Nigeria. The Senior Adviser to the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Mr. Hilary Ogbonna, expressed deep worry during the inauguration of the inaugural edition of the Human Rights Dashboard and Observatory. Ogbonna emphasized the pivotal role of the observatory in documenting daily human rights grievances from Nigerians across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). “Nigeria is grappling with myriad challenges in safeguarding and upholding the rights of its citizens. Insecurity manifested through terrorism, banditry, kidnapping,…
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The Association of Master Bakers And Caterers of Nigeria (AMICN) has said members may embark on indefinite suspension of operations by Feb. 27.
The Senate has passed a Vote of Confidence on Security Chiefs for their efforts in fighting the security challenges bedeviling the country.
The United Kingdom has entered into an Enhanced Trade and Investment Partnership (ETIP) with Nigeria, aimed at fostering increased trade and investment between the two nations and unlocking fresh opportunities for businesses in both the UK and Nigeria. The signing ceremony, held in the capital city of Abuja, marks a significant milestone as it represents the inaugural ETIP inked by the UK with an African nation. The memorandum of understanding (MoU) is strategically crafted to amplify the already robust trading ties between the UK and Nigeria, which amassed a noteworthy sum of 7 billion euros in 2023. The UK’s Minister…
In a bid to promote healthier dietary habits among Nigerians, the Federal Government has announced its intention to formulate policies and national strategies aimed at educating the populace about the importance of consuming safe and nutritious foods with appropriate levels of salt. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Health, Dr. Kachollom Daju, made this declaration in Abuja during the inauguration of the Technical Working Group (TWG) on Salt Reduction. Daju, representing the Director of Food and Drug Services in the ministry, Olubunmi Aribeana, emphasized that these policies would enhance the dietary practices of Nigerians. “The formation of the group…
An International Non-Government Organisation (NGO), Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), says it’s targeting at least 4.5 million Nigerians to access fortified food for nutrition and improved healthy diets.
ASHENEWS reports that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Sokoto State has faulted the recent posting of some healthcare workers in the Sokoto State’s Ministry of Health.
The Nigeria Governors’ Spouses Forum (NGSF) has issued a pressing call to both the Federal and State Governments, urging them to declare a state of emergency on substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking across Nigeria. This call to action aims to mobilize resources effectively to address this pervasive societal issue. Chairperson of the Forum and wife of the Kwara State Governor, Ambassador Olufolake Abdulrasaq, conveyed this urgent plea during a gathering held in Abuja on Tuesday, as stated in a communique signed by her. This communique emerged after a two-day training session on Drug Prevention, Treatment, and Care (DPTC), organized…
The Federal Government and the World Bank are targeting three billion dollars to fund additional 120,000km fibre optic cables to leap frog broadband infrastructure and connectivity in Nigeria.
AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), a Los Angeles-based global non-profit organisation, says it is set to establish Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) clinics in Benue and Abuja by June.