Mother Cries for Help After Husband Takes 2-Year-Old Child
A young Nigerian mother pleads for help on TikTok, alleging her husband and his family assaulted her and took her 2-year-old child. Read the full story and public reactions.
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Widows, Orphans Excluded from Nigeria's Social Safety Net
As Nigeria's economic crisis deepens, widows and orphans remain outside formal welfare coverage. The SMILE Project's outreach to 1,500 beneficiaries highlights the urgent need for a structured national safety net.
5 Ways to Maximise Your Visa Card This Festive Season
Discover five strategic methods to use your Visa card for rewards, security, and exclusive discounts during Nigeria's bustling December. Turn your holiday spending into lasting memories and smart savings.
4 Policemen Arrested for Violating Tinubu's VIP Directive
Nigeria's military arrests four police officers in Abuja for providing unauthorised VIP protection, flouting President Tinubu's new order. Full details on the crackdown inside.
NCAA secures N1bn passenger refunds in 2025
Nigeria's NCAA facilitated over N1 billion in passenger refunds in 2025, marking its highest-ever volume. The authority credits stricter enforcement and 24/7 consumer support for the shift.
Don Calls for Urgent Reform of Nigeria's IP System
A university professor has called for urgent reforms to Nigeria's Intellectual Property system to tackle digital piracy and boost innovation. Learn the key recommendations.
Award-winning teacher arrested for alleged assault of pupils
A 22-year-old award-winning English teacher in Russia faces 15-20 years for alleged s3xual assault of two 12-year-old students. Her house arrest request was denied. Read the shocking details.
Akpabio Calls for Stronger Police Protection for Lawmakers
Senate President Godswill Akpabio urges enhanced police security for National Assembly members, citing rising economic hardship and insecurity. Read his full address and analysis.
Nigeria, Others Tasked with Closing Digital Divides
The WSIS+20 review highlights Nigeria's urgent need to tackle digital exclusion in affordability, skills, and gender parity to achieve SDGs. Experts call for action.
ILO Releases New Guidance on Unemployment Protection
The ILO has launched a new brief on building rights-based unemployment protection, linking income security to job creation. Learn how this affects Nigeria's labour market.
Man Arrested for R@ping 7-Year-Old Girl in Ekiti
Ekiti Amotekun arrests Olapade Ifeoluwa for allegedly r@ping a minor in Ilawe Ekiti. Suspect blames the devil. Full details on the investigation and community response.
Community beats man for alleged assault on child
Angry residents in eThekwini, KZN, beat a man to a pulp for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend's 5-year-old daughter. The suspect was later handed to Verulam SAPS. Read the full report.
5-Year Sentence for Attempted Rape of Minor in Kebbi
A Kebbi State High Court has sentenced Ibrahim Isah to five years imprisonment for attempting to rape a 10-year-old girl. Justice Maryam Abubakar Kaoje delivered the judgment. Read the full details.
Father's Spiritual Fast Protects Daughter from Obsessed Man
A Nigerian lady shares how her father's intense spiritual journey, including a 7-day fast, made a man obsessed with marrying her vanish. Read this powerful story of paternal protection.
Man, 50, arrested for defiling 12-year-old girl in Osun
Osun Police arrest a 50-year-old man for allegedly defiling a 12-year-old neighbour since July 2025. The victim's mother discovered the crime. Police urge public vigilance.
50-Year-Old Man Arrested for Defiling Girl, 12, in Osun
Osun police arrest a neighbour for defiling a 12-year-old girl since July. The victim's malnutrition was discovered during medical care. CP Gotan condemns the act, urging vigilance.
10-Year Jail Term for Teen Who Assaulted Child in Lagos
An Ikeja court has sentenced Obisesan Saltan to 10 years imprisonment for sexually assaulting a 4-year-old girl in Gbagada. His name will be added to the sex offenders register.
FG, World Bank Commit to Social Protection Expansion
Nigeria and the World Bank pledge to deepen social safety nets and economic opportunities for the vulnerable. New NG-CARES phase to launch in January 2026. Read more.
Guinea-Bissau Election Results Stolen Amid Coup
Guinea-Bissau's election commission says gunmen stole vote tally sheets, leaving the presidential result unknown. Nigeria grants opposition candidate protection. Read the full story.
EU Opens Protected Label Scheme to Crafts and Industries
The EU's new geographical indication scheme now protects iconic crafts like Limoges porcelain and Donegal tweed, fighting counterfeiting and supporting artisans. Discover how this move creates opportunities.
Pastor Calls for Church Protection Against Bandit Attacks
Pastor Oloruntimilehin Daramola urges Nigerian Christians to adopt traditional protection methods as bandits threaten churches. Read his urgent security message.
Suspected rapist nabbed in Lagos school premises
A suspected serial rapist has been apprehended at a Lagos school after a survivor recognized him. Residents took him to Ojodu police station following attempted assault.
Man Uses Industrial Iron to Secure Home Against Kidnappers
A Nigerian man's innovative home security design using industrial galvanized angle iron goes viral on TikTok. His daughter explains how rising insecurity inspired the unusual protection method.
CBN Orders Banks To Withdraw Misleading Adverts
The Central Bank of Nigeria has ordered all banks to withdraw misleading advertisements. New rules require pre-approval notifications and compliance attestations to protect consumers.
Enugu voids child marriage, arrests family
Enugu State Government has nullified an underage marriage in Amufie community, arresting parents, groom, and matchmaker. Officials vow to educate and rehabilitate the girl.
Enugu voids child marriage, arrests parents and groom
Enugu State Government has nullified an underage marriage in Enugu Ezike, arresting the parents, groom, and matchmaker. The rescued teenager will be empowered through education. #ChildRights #EndChildMarriage
Police withdraw 11,566 officers from VIP protection
IGP Kayode Egbetokun confirms withdrawal of 11,566 police officers from VIP duties following President Tinubu's directive. Officers redeployed to frontline policing to combat crime nationwide.
Zamfara First Lady launches 16-Day GBV Activism
Zamfara State's First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched the 2025 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, calling for unified action and digital safety.
House Committee Warns of Digital Payment Vulnerabilities
A House of Representatives committee reveals alarming cybersecurity gaps in Nigeria's digital payment systems, exposing citizens to fraud and national security risks. Learn how to protect your finances.
West Africa Demands Stronger Social Protection Systems
West African leaders unite to demand urgent implementation of social protection frameworks and fair green transition policies. Learn how this affects workers across the region.
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