37 suspected illegal miners die in custody, group demands probe
ABUJA — Civil society organisation, Bincike International, has called for an independent investigation into the deaths of 37 suspected illegal miners while in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State. The organisation also demanded forensic autopsies, improved detention conditions and stronger human rights safeguards as the government intensifies […]
Groups call for due process in Niger illegal mining deaths investigation
By Nnasom David The Centre for Peace, Transparency and Accountability and allied civil society organisations have called for restraint and due process in the ongoing investigation into the reported deaths of suspected illegal miners in the custody of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Niger State. The groups said they supported a […]
Olu Jacobs: He was a father to all – Jide Kosoko
By Benjamin Njoku Veteran actor Jide Kosoko described Olu Jacobs as an embodiment of talent who sacrificed everything to return and support the Nigerian film industry. “It’s so sad. His time has come and we pray God grants him eternal rest. His contribution to our sector can never be forgotten. Even though we are not […]
West African Youths seek greater role in governance
By Henry Umoru ABUJA — The Confederation of West African Youths has called for greater youth participation in governance, accountable leadership and policies capable of creating more economic opportunities for young Nigerians. The Regional President of the organisation, Ambassador Israel Akinola, made the call yesterday in Abuja when a delegation of the group paid a […]
Nigeria’s climate, debt crises hit women, girls, children hardest — ActionAid
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA – ActionAid Nigeria and its partners have called for urgent action to address the growing link between climate change and unsustainable debt, warning that women, girls, children and communities on the frontlines of climate impacts are bearing the greatest burden. The call followed the release of ActionAid’s international flagship report, Debt […]
My path to Silicon Valley began in a Lagos hospital — Oyenekan
By Providence AyanfeoluwaFor Oluwadamilola Oyenekan, the journey from Lagos to Silicon Valley was never part of a carefully scripted career plan. It emerged from an early encounter with the realities of Nigeria’s public healthcare system and a growing conviction that technology could help bridge some of the gaps confronting patients and healthcare professionals across Africa. […]
