Yobe, Benue Top Nigeria's IDP List – NHRC Report
A new NHRC report reveals Yobe and Benue have the highest internally displaced persons in Nigeria, with children making up 82% of the 9,290 IDPs recorded. Read the full findings.
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Kogi Commissioner Boosts Tinubu/Ododo 2027 with Cash, Empowerment
Kogi Finance Commissioner Asiru Idris has launched the Tinubu/Ododo 2027 continuity campaign with massive cash disbursements and empowerment items in Yagba East LGA. Read details of the multi-million naira support.
Kwara Lawmaker Empowers 500 Widows, 100 Constituents
Hon. Maryam Yusuf Aladi empowers over 600 Kwarans with food, cash, and equipment. The initiative supports Governor AbdulRazaq's efforts for the vulnerable. Read more.
ADC Chieftain Criticizes Katsina Governor's State-Wide Tour
An ADC chieftain in Katsina State has slammed Governor Dikko Radda's recent tour, calling it a premature campaign jamboree with deceptive empowerment schemes. Get the full details and the government's response here.
Troops intercept ISWAP logistics vehicles in Yobe
Nigerian Army troops and CJTF intercepted two vans carrying supplies for ISWAP in Yobe. Items seized include tyres, food, and cash. Read the full details of the operation.
Kano Unveils Cycling Kano 2025 Jersey Ahead of Event
Kano State Government has unveiled the official jersey for the Cycling Kano 2025 event, scheduled for Saturday, December 20. The initiative promotes youth empowerment and sports development.
Buni Orders Tight Security for Yuletide in Yobe
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni mandates police and security agencies to scale up operations to ensure public safety during Christmas and New Year celebrations across the state.
Sexual Abuse Syndicate Uncovered at Potiskum Prison
Yobe State authorities confirm a sexual exploitation network at Potiskum Correctional Centre. Investigations ongoing, with officers suspended. Read the full report.
FG, CREDICORP Empower 10,000 Women with Mobility Assets
The Nigerian government and CREDICORP have launched a programme to provide 10,000 women nationwide with vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles to boost their participation in transport and logistics. Discover how this initiative aims to drive economic growt
BudgIT: States Must Build Systems for Women's Empowerment
BudgIT calls on Nigerian states to replace ad hoc welfare with structured systems for women's economic empowerment. New report ranks all 36 states. Read the findings.
Akwa Ibom's Umo Eno Wins NEAPS Award
Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno is set to receive the NEAPS Distinguished Award for Excellence in Sustainable Development and Community Empowerment from President Tinubu on December 7, 2025. Read about his ARISE Agenda and other recognitions.
Otu Ends 2025 EXCO, Commits to Grassroots Empowerment
Cross River Governor Bassey Otu concludes the 2025 Executive Council, reaffirming a people-focused governance model. He announced the approval of 150 mini buses for vulnerable groups to boost micro-enterprises. Read more.
Yobe Emir Links Education to Ending Farmer-Herder Clashes
The Emir of Jajjere advocates for enrolling out-of-school children and early harvests to stop deadly clashes over land and water in Yobe. He calls for dialogue and unity.
Nigeria Gets $100m AfDB Loan for Youth Fund
Nigeria's FEC has approved a $100 million AfDB loan for the Youth Investment Fund and a $50m Islamic Bank loan for Yobe agriculture. President Tinubu pushes for 7% growth.
INEC Ends Yobe Voter Registration Phase 1 Dec. 10
INEC concludes the first phase of physical voter registration in Yobe on December 10. The display of the register for claims and objections runs from December 15-21. Ensure your details are correct.
Mob kills robbery suspect in Yobe community
Angry residents beat a robbery suspect to death in Azam Kura after he stabbed a homeowner. Yobe Police warn against mob justice and offer safety tips.
Education, Skills Dominate 2025 Agbaja Summit in Enugu
Enugu's 2025 Agbaja Summit focuses on education and skills empowerment for youth. Governor Peter Mbah outlines vision to make Enugu Nigeria's skills capital. Read more.
Safe School Transport: Free Bicycles for Lagos Pupils
GRA Empowerment Foundation launches its free Cycle 2 School Plus programme for Lagos public school students, providing safe transport & skills training. Read more.
Yobe Closes Boarding Schools Over Kidnap Fears
Yobe state government orders immediate closure of all boarding secondary schools following security review. Governor Buni urges prayers for peace and security nationwide.
ISWAP Attacks Yobe Police Station, Kills Officer
ISWAP insurgents attacked Geidam police station in Yobe, killing one officer, burning patrol vans and freeing detainees. Full details of the midnight raid revealed.
Adefarati marks 60th birthday with empowerment, donations
Rep. Adegboyega Adefarati celebrates 60th birthday by donating ambulance to Adekunle Ajasin University, empowering students, youths, and widows with financial support and laptops.
1,000 Edo Youths Empowered at Career Clinic
Over 1,000 Nigerian youths in Edo State received transformative skills training and business opportunities at Jobberman Career Clinic. Learn how this initiative is shaping careers.
Tinubu to Women: Embrace Digital Skills, Start Small
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerian women to embrace digital skills and start small for economic empowerment. Learn how NITDA's training program is transforming women's futures across Nigeria.
Frontline troops oppose US intervention in Nigeria
Nigerian soldiers fighting Boko Haram in Yobe warn against US military intervention, citing internal nature of crisis and questioning American motives. Read exclusive details.
Teen Girl Raped and Murdered in Yobe
Yobe police hunt suspects after 16-year-old Sadiya Suleiman was found raped with her throat slit near Gashua prison. Community urged to provide information to apprehend perpetrators.
Investigator Traces Links Between Lt Yerima & Wike
New investigation reveals surprising connections between Lt Yerima and Minister Wike despite no family ties. Get the full story of this bizarre coincidence in Port Harcourt.
NBL hands over cassava plant to Imo community
Nigerian Breweries commissions 2-ton/day cassava processing facility in Awa Omamma, projected to generate N500 million annual revenue for the community while reaffirming CSR commitment.
Yobe vows justice for 4-year-old rape victim
Yobe State Government promises swift justice for 4-year-old girl sexually assaulted by HIV-positive man. Police arrest suspect as commissioner demands full legal action.
HIV-positive man arrested for raping 4-year-old in Yobe
Yobe State Police arrest HIV-positive man for sexually assaulting 4-year-old girl. 25 rape cases recorded since September, mostly involving minors under nine. Police urge community vigilance.
Ogun Empowers 105,000 Women with ₦1.2B Economic Boost
Ogun State launches Nigeria For Women Project scale-up, investing ₦1.2 billion to empower women entrepreneurs across all 20 LGAs for sustainable economic growth.
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