The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Tony Ojukwu, has declared that women’s rights are fundamental human entitlements and not privileges to be granted by men, calling for a stronger global commitment to gender equality and inclusive governance. Speaking at a sideline event during the Commission on the Status of Women 70th Session in New York, Ojukwu emphasized that the struggle for gender equality must be rooted in justice and fairness, noting that women are not seeking special treatment but demanding rights that are inherently theirs. He urged men to play an active role in supporting gender…
Author: Khadijah Olowode
The Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with UK-based Asset Green Ltd to develop a US$496 million integrated dairy livestock production and processing platform, a project set to modernize Nigeria’s dairy sector, boost food security, and create thousands of jobs. The MoU, signed in London ahead of the State Visit, laid out the framework for collaboration and project development, paving the way for a formal shareholders’ agreement. The initiative, one of the largest integrated dairy investments ever undertaken in Nigeria, will combine 20,000 hectares of climate-smart, regenerative crop and forage production with a 10,000-milking-cow…
UNAIDS has raised serious concern over Senegal’s new law imposing harsher penalties for same-sex relations and promoting LGBTQ rights, warning it could reverse years of public health progress. The bill, passed by Parliament on 12 March, criminalizes “unnatural acts” and penalizes anyone who encourages or promotes homosexuality. While the law includes a public health exemption for authorized health organizations, UNAIDS cautioned that fear of prosecution could drive vulnerable populations away from vital HIV prevention, testing, and treatment services. Senegal has long been a regional leader in HIV response. Today, 79% of people living with HIV receive antiretroviral therapy, a milestone…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Nigeria’s correctional system into a hub of rehabilitation, skills development, and national productivity through strategic Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). The pledge was highlighted at a stakeholders’ engagement on optimizing correctional farm centres, industries, and PPP opportunities, organized by the Ministry of Interior in collaboration with civil society and development partners. Representing the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, Permanent Secretary Dr. Magdalene Ajani stated that modern correctional facilities must focus not only on confinement but also on equipping inmates with practical skills for reintegration into society. “Correctional centres must evolve into institutions…
A total of 500 youths from the nine states of the Niger Delta region have graduated after a six-week training programme on Compressed Natural Gas, CNG, Autogas Conversion, sponsored by the Niger Delta Development Commission, NDDC. Speaking during the graduation ceremony at the Dakkada Skills Acquisition Centre in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, the NDDC Managing Director, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, stated that CNG was a cleaner, safer, and more cost-effective alternative to conventional fuel. He declared, “We want to make the Niger Delta the hub of engine conversion, which can also be outsourced to other parts of Nigeria. We are taking…
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, has reaffirmed the party’s unwavering commitment to advancing women’s participation in politics, declaring that gender inclusion will form a central pillar of the party’s ideology and strategic direction ahead of the 2027 general elections. This assurance was given during a high-level engagement with members of the Forum of 2027 APC Female Aspirants Network (FAFAN), led by its National Convener, Hon. Princess Nikky Onyeri, at the party’s national secretariat. Prof. Yilwatda described the gathering as historic, noting the unprecedented number and calibre of women aspiring for elective offices…
Your Majesty, King Charles III,Queen Camilla,Prince William, the Prince of Wales and Duke of Cornwall, and Catherine, the Princess of Wales,Distinguished Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a profound honour to stand before you today, representing the people of Nigeria as we reaffirm the enduring bonds of friendship, history, and shared purpose that have united our two nations for several centuries. Allow me first to express my sincere appreciation to Your Majesty and to Her Majesty, The Queen for the warmth and generosity extended to me, my wife, Oluremi, and the Nigerian delegation. As the first Nigerian leader to speak here…
The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has announced special train service arrangements across its major corridors to facilitate seamless travel during the forthcoming Eid-el-Fitr (Sallah) celebrations, with increased capacity and additional services deployed to meet the anticipated surge in passenger movement nationwide. According to a statement from the Corporation, “As part of the festive arrangements, the Lagos–Ibadan Train Service (LITS) will operate three trips on Thursday, March 19, 2026. From the Lagos end (Mobolaji Johnson Station, Ebute Metta), departures are scheduled for 7:40 a.m., 1:40 p.m., and 4:00 p.m., while from the Ibadan end (Obafemi Awolowo Station, Moniya), departures will be…
All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship aspirant in Lagos State, Dr. Abdul-Azeez Olajide Adediran JANDOR, has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful and all Lagosians on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. Dr. Adediran commended the Muslim Ummah for their commitment to fasting, prayers, and acts of charity throughout the Ramadan period, noting that the values of sacrifice, discipline, and compassion demonstrated during the month are critical to building a more cohesive and progressive Lagos. JANDOR urged residents of the state to uphold the virtues of peace, tolerance, and unity beyond the festive…
By Chuks Collins, Awka It was assemblage of Nigeria’s who is who in Awka, Anambra State Tuesday, 17 March, 2026, as Gov Chukwuma Soludo was inaugurated for his second term in office. Led by the Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima; former Presidents: Chief Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluuck Jonathan; Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Alfred Nnaemeka Ugochukwu Achebe; and the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty Enitan Ogunwusi graced the occasion. Others included: former Governors Chris Ngige and Mrs Virgy Etiaba; Senator Uche Ekwunife and Chief Osita Chidoka. Also present were: Engr Arthur Eze, Chief Emeka Offor, Chief Cletus…