In a shocking home invasion in South Africa, armed robbers posing as police forced a 4-year-old girl into a washing machine. Read the full details of this horrific crime and the community's response.
Explore the dual realities of Nigerian childhood, from affluent urban life to rural poverty. Learn about the 54% in multidimensional poverty and 14.8 million out-of-school children. Discover the facts.
A former Texas substitute teacher and her boyfriend are jailed on charges of aggravated assault of a child and possessing illegal material. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
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 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
Delta State Police arrest Tracy Wilson for alleged sexual abuse of her 3-year-old daughter. Video evidence shows mother admitted to ongoing abuse for 8 months. Child tested positive for STD.
Father of 3-year-old girl speaks out after mother allegedly sexually abused their child in Warri. Police confirm broken hymen and STI. Case now in court amid bail controversy.
Oyo State Government has inaugurated a Technical Working Committee to develop the state's first comprehensive Child Safeguarding Policy during the Child Safeguarding Summit in Ibadan.
Isaac Adonteng, 54, arrested for murder after beating his daughter Celestine for taking siblings' food. Police warn against excessive child discipline. Read full details.
Niger State Police Command rescues six abducted children from human trafficking network operating between Niger and FCT. Suspects arrested, investigation ongoing.
Former school administrator Alyson Cranick admitted to texting an 11-year-old boy nearly 5,000 times and luring him with gifts before sexual assault. She faces life imprisonment.
Girl-child promoter Toya Adeniyi empowers 1,000 Lagos schoolgirls with sanitary pads, linking menstrual health to education for a brighter future. Support the movement!
Child development experts educate orphanage operators about emerging foster care legislation in Nigeria. Learn how this system will provide stable environments for vulnerable children.
Tragedy strikes Adamawa as a police officer allegedly beats his 12-year-old daughter to death over a N1,000 dispute. Community demands justice while mother reveals husband's mental health struggles.
A Nigerian NYSC member posted to a Makurdi school discovered a 2-year-old child left behind after classes. School authorities found parents had moved from registered address. Read the full story.
Former Manchester City record signing Jo faces fourth arrest over unpaid child maintenance. Get the latest updates on the Brazilian striker's legal troubles.
Former Metropolitan Police officer David Carrick found guilty of molesting 12-year-old girl and raping partner. Read the shocking details of his decades-long abuse pattern.
Adamawa police arrest Hamza Tukur Isa for trafficking young girls to Ghana. Suspect reveals how he lured victims with fake job promises. Police vow more arrests and urge parental vigilance.
Kieran Hayler, ex-husband of model Katie Price, appears in court charged with raping a 13-year-old girl. He denies all allegations as investigation continues.
Post Malone and his ex-fiancée, Jamie Park, have officially ended their custody dispute over their daughter. Get the full story on their private settlement.
Lagos court sentences Emmanuel Lakehinde to life imprisonment for defiling his neighbour's 11-year-old daughter. Justice sends strong message against child sexual abuse in Nigeria.
Zamfara State, with UNICEF, launches a 5-year child nutrition strategy and alternative childcare guidelines to protect vulnerable children and combat gender-based violence.
Comprehensive timeline of Nigeria's school abduction crisis from Chibok to Kebbi, examining the devastating impact on education and urgent need for security reforms.
Roblox gaming platform introduces compulsory facial recognition and ID verification for chat features to protect minors. New safety measures roll out globally in January 2026.
Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges evidence-based policies to combat child sexual exploitation. She emphasizes data-driven solutions and stronger collaboration.
Discover the private life of Archie Heaton, son of Stranger Things star Charlie Heaton and musician Akiko Matsuura. Learn about his upbringing, family background, and where he is today.
Golfers and TotalEnergies raised N8m for Child Lifeline and Nigerwives Braille Centre at the 29th charity tournament. The event highlights sports' power to drive social change in Nigeria.