4 killed, many injured as herdsmen storm Benue community
By Peter Duru Makurdi —Four persons have been killed while many others sustained serious when suspected armed herders attacked Anwule community in Oglewu, Ohimini Local Government Area of Benue State. It was gathered that many people have also been declared missing in the two days of attacks in the farming community. A sources in the […]
Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA, Eko Club Atlanta offer treatments to residents
By Alade Aromashodu Residents of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye community in Mushin, Lagos State, recently benefitted from a free medical outreach, organised by the Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area, LCDA, in collaboration with Eko Club Atlanta. The outreach aimed to improve the health and well-being of the community members by offering accessible medical services, including screenings for hypertension, […]
Nestle’s regenerative farming project tackles food security, climate challenges
As Nigeria grapples with food insecurity, declining soil fertility, and the mounting impact of climate change, a new wave of sustainable agriculture practices is emerging through public-private collaboration.
CCSI-led forum seeks transparency, accountability in Lagos health sector
Partners at a one-day policy dialogue held in Lagos have called for stronger collaboration among civil society organisations through a unified coalition platform coordinated by the Centre for Communication and Social Impact (CCSI), towards ensuring that advocacy for gender, PHC, and family planning speaks with a common voice.
NLNG unveils $20,000 Nigeria Prize for creative arts to inspire young filmmakers
By Chioma Obinna Nigeria LNG Limited,NLNG, has announced the introduction of The Nigeria Prize for Creative Arts, a new category under its flagship Nigeria Prizes, aimed at inspiring young Nigerians to tell stories that redefine the nation’s image through creative filmmaking.The Prize, which targets emerging Nigerian filmmakers aged 18 to 35, will reward outstanding documentary […]
If we can speak to our conscience, Nigeria can end FGM, — Aderonke Olutayo, UNICEF Consultant
Despite federal and state laws prohibiting female genital mutilation, FGM remains alarmingly widespread in Nigeria. Findings show that the practice persists in many communities—fueled by myths, entrenched social norms, and weak law enforcement.
