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Senate Proposes Single Nationwide Emergency Number
Nigeria's Senate considers a bill to establish a single toll-free emergency number, '112', to replace the current confusing system. The move aims to leverage high mobile penetration for faster response. Read more.
Canadian City Honours Nigerian Philanthropist
The City of Brampton in Ontario, Canada, has presented a Certificate of Recognition to Nigerian philanthropist Ayomikun Adebayo-Oyetoro for her impactful humanitarian work. Discover how her quiet efforts are bridging continents.
Senate Passes Bill for National Emergency Reporting System
Nigeria's Senate passes the NETS Bill 2025 for a unified emergency number. Major committee reshuffles also announced to bolster national security oversight. Read the full details.
Senate Debates Single National Emergency Number Bill
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.
Ssonic Gas Foundation Launched to Support Vulnerable Nigerians
Dr. Ifeoma Douglas calls on Nigerians to complement government efforts in aiding the less privileged. The Ssonic Gas Company Foundation launch in Abuja distributed aid to thousands.
Educating Girls Key to Ending Gender Violence in Nigeria
As 16 Days of Activism begins, UN official Trond Jensen argues that investing in girls' education and women's empowerment is the most effective strategy to reduce GBV in Nigeria's conflict-affected northeast. Read the full analysis.
Free Surgical Care Reaches 600+ in Niger
Sani Bello Foundation provides free surgical care to over 600 Nigerians in Kontagora. Read about this life-changing humanitarian initiative and its impact.
Pope Warns Global Conflicts Endanger Humanity in Turkey
Pope Leo XIV delivers stark warning about global conflicts during Turkey visit, emphasizing peace and unity. Read his urgent message about humanity's future.
Egungbohun named among Africa's top 50 women
Omolara Egungbohun, founder of IBD Foundation, is recognized among Africa's Top 50 Most Industrious Women and as African Humanitarian Ambassador. Read her inspiring story of community impact.
Lions Club supports Hansen's disease settlers in Ogun
Sagamu Metropolitan Lions Club provided food and supplies to Oke-Eriwo Hansen Disease Settlement during World Service Day. The humanitarian visit addressed critical needs of residents.
Bandits kidnap 7 youths in Abuja community attack
Armed bandits kidnapped six girls and one boy in Gidan-Bijimi, Abuja, raising security concerns. Residents flee as police remain silent. Read full details.
Citizen Slams First Lady's Dinner Amid Insecurity
A Nigerian man expresses outrage over First Lady's dinner invitation to senators while the nation grapples with mass abductions and killings. Read his powerful response.
Tinubu declares security emergency, supports state police
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders mass recruitment into security forces and supports state police establishment. Southern governors unite on decentralized security approach.
Doro's New Approach to Nigeria's Humanitarian Crises
Dr. Bernard Doro's revolutionary strategy shifts Nigeria's humanitarian response from charity to systemic prevention. Can his technocratic reforms outpace the nation's crises?
NMFAC Protests at NASS Over 253 Abducted Pupils
Nigerian Movement for Actionable Change storms National Assembly, demands immediate release of 253 abducted pupils and declaration of state of emergency on insecurity.
Tinubu Demands End to Open Grazing, Weapons Surrender
President Tinubu announces a nationwide security emergency, mandates ranching over open grazing, and orders massive police and military recruitment to combat banditry.
Tinubu's 10 Security Decisions to Combat Banditry
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, approves 20,000 police recruits, deploys DSS forest guards. Full list of decisive actions to protect Nigerians.
Tinubu declares security emergency, orders massive recruitment
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders 20,000 police recruits and army expansion. New measures include forest guards activation and VIP guard redeployment.
Tinubu Calls for State Police Constitutional Amendment
President Tinubu asks National Assembly to review constitution for state police establishment amid security emergency. Details on new security measures and kidnap victims.
Tinubu Declares Security Emergency, 4 New Orders
President Tinubu declares nationwide security emergency, orders police and army recruitment, VIP guard retraining, and DSS forest guard deployment to combat banditry.
Floods Kill 33, Displace Thousands in Southeast Asia
Severe flooding in Thailand and Malaysia has claimed 33 lives and displaced tens of thousands. Emergency measures deployed as climate change intensifies extreme weather.
Child Welfare Crisis Deepens Amid Insecurity, Poor Services
UNICEF warns Nigeria faces child welfare emergency with millions out of school due to insecurity and collapsing services. Stakeholders demand urgent action to protect children's future.
35 Million Nigerians Face Severe Hunger Due to Insecurity
UN warns rising insecurity in Northern Nigeria could push 35 million into severe hunger during 2026 lean season. WFP emergency resources deplete by December without urgent funding.
African Unions Propose Humanitarian Fund for Workers
African trade unions vow to move beyond lamentation, launching a coordinated peace effort and a humanitarian fund to support workers in conflict zones across the continent.
NUT Threatens Strike Over School Attacks in Nigeria
Nigeria Union of Teachers declares national emergency over school attacks, threatens nationwide strike if government fails to secure classrooms and protect staff.
Man Dies While Waiting for Food Order in Zimbabwe
Tragedy strikes as customer collapses and dies while waiting for food at Bulawayo eatery. Police investigation ongoing. Learn emergency response tips.
Akinyemi Calls for National Security Emergency
Prof. Bolaji Akinyemi urges President Tinubu to declare nationwide security emergency, recalling retired military officers and suspending governors' immunity in terror zones.
Jihadist Attacks Fuel Record Hunger in Northern Nigeria
UN reports jihadist violence pushes 35 million Nigerians toward severe food insecurity. Thousands face famine-like conditions as attacks intensify amid funding cuts.
Falz Urges Nigerians to Hold Lawmakers Accountable
Nigerian rapper Falz calls for citizens to demand security accountability from lawmakers beyond social media activism. He questions government handling of recent kidnappings in Kwara and Niger states.
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