A retired Director in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bolaji Akinremi, has said public perception that diplomats are wealth personnel was far from the truth, insisting however that their entitlements were inadequate and did not reflect the reality of their sacrifices. Akinremi, while lamenting the poor remuneration of Nigerian diplomats, said the financial conditions of ambassadors do not match the risks and responsibilities attached to their duties. He spoke with journalists on the sidelines of his 60th birthday celebration and his retirement from the Foreign Service, which featured the launch of a book, “The Seven-Star Diplomat,” he authored. He…
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The United Nations has reiterated commitment to supporting Nigeria’s approach in fostering disability-inclusive sustainable development in the country. The UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, in Nigeria, Mr. Mohamed Fall, disclosed this at the commemoration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD), in Abuja, Fall, represented by the Head of Office, UNESCO, Dr Jean-Paul Abiaga, said the UN, remains ready to support efforts through the UN Disability Inclusion Strategy and the related technical working groups. He said: “Every person, regardless of ability, can live with dignity, equality, and opportunity. Fostering dignity in society for advancing social progress, the theme…
Sunshine Joint Venture Infrastructure Limited has been incorporated to seamlessly allowed for the Refinery and Free Trade Zone in Ondo State. A press statement on Thursday, 4 December, 2025, read that: “In furtherance of our commitment to the execution of these two major projects – Refinery and Free Trade Zone in conjunction with the Ondo State Government, the joint partners have taken another giant step by incorporating a joint company, namely – SUNSHINE JOINT VENTURE INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED – as the vehicle to be used in executing these projects. A move that further reinforces the sincerity of purpose and total commitment…
Nine students awarded foreign post-graduate scholarships by the Presidential Amnesty Programme have graduated from their master’s degree programmes in universities in the United Kingdom. The successful scholars are the first graduates in the offshore post-graduate scholarship deployment to UK institutions by the PAP Administrator, Dr Dennis Otuaro, for the 2024-2025 academic session. They graduated from the Anglia Ruskin University, University of Dundee and The University of Law with master’s degrees in Cyber Security, Data Science and Engineering, Law, Construction and Civil Engineering Management, Project Management, and ICT. Also, 711 undergraduate and post-graduate scholarship beneficiaries are expected to graduate from universities…
UN Women has advocated for the strengthening of mechanism and policies towards ending gender-based violence, especially technology-facilitated abuse that increasingly threaten women. It called on traditional rulers across Nigeria to take up the role of watchdog against violation of gender rights in their domains as play custodians of culture and authority, with a direct contact with the people within communities. The advocacy was made at the National Convening of Traditional Leaders on GBV Prevention, in Abuja as part of activities marking the 2025 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. Representing the UN Women Country Representative, to Nigeria and ECOWAS,…
The Embassy of Israel in Nigeria has hosted renowned Israeli violinist Nir Sarussi, alongside composer & jazz pianist, Leonid Detzelman during a recent cultural visit to Abuja and Lagos. Sarussi and Detzelman celebrated for their exceptional musical artistry and dynamic performances around the world, engaged withrooms filled with music enthusiasts from different nationalities in Lagos and Abuja respectively, delivering electrifying performances that had the entire audience thrilled and enthralled. According to a statement by the Israeli Embassy, the project served as part of the Embassy’s ongoing efforts to deepen cultural exchange and strengthen bilateral ties. During the visit, the duo…
ActionAid Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the rights, inclusion, and dignity of persons with disabilities (PWDs) across Nigeria. In a statement to commemorate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (World Disability Day), AAN said, “we draw attention to the urgent need for inclusive policies and societal change so that every Nigerian, irrespective of ability, can contribute to and benefit from national development”. It noted that Nigeria faces a massive challenge when it comes to disability inclusion, and the numbers reflect that urgency, stressing that, “millions of Nigerians with disabilities embody resilience, talent, and potential, yet their contributions…
The National Human Rights Commission, in collaboration with Citizen FM, has called for stronger adherence to human rights principles and accountable governance at its 30th national conference on “Proportional Force and Respect for Human Dignity.” The event which was held in Abuja, brought together government institutions, security agencies, civil society, legal practitioners, and development partners to discuss integrating human rights principles into law enforcement and governance. Executive Secretary of the NHRC, Dr. Tony Ojukwu, while highlighting the importance of dialogue and accountability in security operations, noted that governance requires platforms where stakeholders can discuss challenges openly. He said: “Dialogue in…
Director General of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), Binta Bello has revealed that the complexity of human trafficking, coupled with the evolving nature across the country requires expertise and diligent skills for investigation and prosecution that will enable them to outsmart the antics of the traffickers. She stated this in Lagos while declaring open a capacity-building workshop for NAPTIP Investigators and Prosecutors, as well as related enforcement agencies, on Trafficking in Persons (TIP) and Violence Against Persons (VAP). The workshop was organized by the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) in partnership with…
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has provided a financial support of N200,000 to 9,500 Persons with Disabilities, across the country. She flagged off the disbursement with 250 physically challenged military and police veterans at Mambilla Barracks, Abuja, to mark this year’s World Disability Day. Speaking at the event, Senator Oluremi Tinubu reiterated her belief that a nation grows stronger when every individual is empowered to contribute meaningfully. “This event holds special significance as it coincides with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and being launched simultaneously across the 36 States of the Federation, the Federal Capital Territory, and…