The World Council of Churches (WCC) is urging Nigeria’s government to address economic disparities and protect religious groups. The Council voiced its concerns at a meeting in Abuja about Nigeria’s…
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In Nigeria, the harsh economic realities have hit elderly citizens particularly hard. Many, lacking pensions or adequate fallbacks, struggle to meet basic needs. The Guardian reports on their plights and…
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In the twilight of President Muhammadu Buhari’s government, a sobering revelation emerged: 63% of Nigerians, amounting to 133 million people, are multidimensionally poor. This startling statistic was a key highlight…
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Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa, has a vibrant youth population that is increasingly becoming politically active. The country’s youth movements have been instrumental in shaping the country’s political…
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President Bola Tinubu’s administration, upon taking office, pledged to reduce public spending funded by borrowing. However, he has recently requested the National Assembly approve fresh external loans totaling $7.8 billion…
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Nigerians are increasingly concerned about a rampant black market for organs. Illicit dealings in organ donation and transplantation are escalating. Forcible organ removals, mainly for transplantation or illicit sale, are…
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The journey of Nigerian democracy is like a river that has meandered through the landscape of African politics, reflective of the continent’s yearning for true representative governance. Nigeria’s strides and…
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Global VoicesWaging Nonviolence
Unleashing the Power of Unity: A Global Stand Against Media Repression in Africa
In the face of increasing media repression in Africa, the role of international solidarity has never been more crucial. From Uganda to Cameroon, governments are exploiting digital tools to manipulate…
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In a shocking breach of trust and professional ethics, Dr. Olufemi Olaleye, Medical Director of Optical Cancer Care Foundation, received a life sentence for defiling a minor and exposing her…
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NewsTheory of Activism
Nigerian NGO Urges Government to Ban Plastic Bags for Environmental Protection
According to a non-governmental organization that advocates for sustainable development, plastic bags are a major source of environmental pollution in Nigeria. The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA) has called…