Children 82% of IDPs in 11 States - NHRC Report
A new NHRC report reveals children are 82% of 9,290 IDPs in 11 states, facing hunger and violence. The Commission urges action to domesticate the Kampala Convention and scale up child protection.
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Yobe, Benue Top Nigeria's IDP List – NHRC Report
A new NHRC report reveals Yobe and Benue have the highest internally displaced persons in Nigeria, with children making up 82% of the 9,290 IDPs recorded. Read the full findings.
Kogi CP Commends NHRC for Upholding Rights
Kogi State Police Commissioner Naziru Bello Kankarofi has commended the National Human Rights Commission for its sustained advocacy. He emphasized the need for synergy to protect citizens' rights.
Why Nigeria's High-Quality Cassava Flour Market Remains Nascent
Despite policy support, Nigeria's High-Quality Cassava Flour market faces hurdles in quality, price & supply. A new report reveals a $35m market with potential to hit $1.18bn by 2030 if challenges are solved.
Auditor-General Flags N288bn INEC Irregularities
The 2022 Auditor-General's report reveals N288 billion in financial irregularities within INEC from 2018-2019, citing procurement flaws and undocumented payments. Read the full details and calls for accountability.
Autopsy Confirms Nollywood's Odira Nwobu Poisoned
The autopsy report for late Nollywood actor Odira Nwobu confirms poisoning as cause of death. Director Arthur Scott shares details, sparking fan reactions and investigation calls.
HEDA Faults Malami's Claim Against EFCC in Graft Trial
HEDA urges ex-AGF Malami to face corruption probe, not distract Nigerians. Group questions secrecy of Salami panel report, citing bias and targeted persecution. Read the full details.
UNICEF, WHO Warn of Child Health Catastrophe in Africa
UNICEF projects 1.8 million annual child deaths in Africa by 2040. WHO and UNAIDS warn of stalled HIV fight. Urgent political action and investment in primary healthcare are needed to avert disaster.
Gaza famine lifted after ceasefire aid influx, UN says
A UN-backed body says Gaza is no longer in famine due to increased aid after the October ceasefire. However, the situation remains fragile and could worsen. Read the full report.
Africa's Digital Payments Hit $2 Trillion, Nigeria Leads
A new report reveals Africa processed $2 trillion via instant payments in 2024. Nigeria's NIP system is rated highly, but fraud concerns remain a key barrier to wider adoption. Learn more.
Clean Energy Improves Lives of 1 Million Nigerians
A new report reveals strategic clean energy investments have powered over 230,000 Nigerian homes and businesses, improving health and economic prospects. Discover the impact.
Onoh Urges Malami to Face EFCC, Not Seek Recusal
Denge Josef Onoh urges ex-AGF Abubakar Malami to face EFCC investigations instead of seeking the chairman's recusal, citing past "hypocrisy." Read the full details.
India Tops Global Doping List for Third Straight Year
India leads the world in doping violations for a third consecutive year, with 260 positive tests in 2024. This poses a major challenge as the country prepares to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
EFCC Raids Malami's Homes Over Salami Report Chapter 9
Operatives of the EFCC have raided the offices and residences of former AGF Abubakar Malami. His aide alleges the searches are linked to the contentious Chapter 9 of the Salami Report. Read the full story.
Nigeria's Female Drug Users Face Huge Treatment Gap
UN report reveals 25% of Nigeria's drug users are women, but only 1 in 20 get treatment. Drug use in Africa could surge 40% by 2030, posing a major health crisis.
Nigeria's Human Rights Crisis Deepens with 422,942 Complaints
The NHRC reports a shocking 422,942 human rights violations in November 2025, including over 800 kidnappings. Executive Secretary Tony Ojukwu warns of a national emergency. Read the full report and calls to action.
NDLEA Intercepts Illicit Drugs in Delta, Laments Crisis
NDLEA raises alarm over Nigeria's worsening drug abuse, intercepts dangerous substances in Delta. Commander Halilu Hamidu cites UNODC data showing 14.4% of Nigerians use drugs. Read more.
Food Inflation Plunges to 11.08% as Prices Crash
Nigerians rejoice as food prices drop for five consecutive months. Inflation falls to 15.45%, with staples like rice and garri becoming more affordable. Read the full analysis.
Nigeria's Inflation Rate Drops to 14.45% in November
Nigeria's inflation rate fell to 14.45% in November 2025, marking the eighth consecutive decline this year. The NBS report shows food prices remain the main driver. Read the full analysis.
Inflation Falls to 14.45% in November 2025
Nigeria's inflation rate declined to 14.45% in November 2025, down from 16.05% in October. Read the full NBS report on food and core inflation trends across states.
Inflation Falls to 14.45% in November 2025
Nigeria's inflation rate declined to 14.45% in November 2025, a significant drop from October. The NBS CPI report details the monthly and yearly trends, including food and core inflation figures across states.
SERAP to INEC: Account for Missing N55.9bn Poll Funds
SERAP urges INEC Chairman Joash Amupitan to account for N55.9bn missing from 2019 election budget and disclose contractors' names. Read the full story.
PEBEC 2025 Report: Best and Worst Performing MDAs Revealed
PEBEC's 2025 report exposes a sharp divide in government agency performance. NCDMB leads, while ARCON scores a dismal 3%. Discover which MDAs are driving or hindering Nigeria's business environment.
PEBEC 2025 Report: Top and Bottom Performing MDAs Revealed
PEBEC's 2025 BFA report reveals a sharp divide: NCDMB, NDLEA, and NCC excel, while ARCON and NIMC lag. Discover which agencies are driving—or hindering—Nigeria's business climate.
Bandits Kill, Abduct in Sokoto Mosque, Village Raids
Gunmen attacked two communities in Sokoto's Sabon-Birni LGA, killing several and abducting many. The violence targeted a mosque during morning prayers. Read the full report.
Kaduna Emerges Second-Best State for Business in Nigeria
Kaduna State scores 65.1% in PEBEC's 2025 Ease of Doing Business ranking, becoming Nigeria's second-most attractive investment destination. Discover the top states.
Lagos Named Nigeria's Most Business-Friendly State
Lagos State leads Nigeria's 2025 Subnational Ease of Doing Business ranking with an 85.6% score. Discover the top states and federal MDAs driving reform.
Police Arrest 5 Over Fake School Abduction Report in Akwa Ibom
Akwa Ibom Police Command arrests five suspects for creating and spreading a false kidnapping story about Oron Secondary School. CP Baba Azare warns against misinformation.
2025 to be Nigeria's second-hottest year, WMO warns
The World Meteorological Organisation projects 2025 as Nigeria's second-hottest year, threatening agriculture and food security. Urgent climate action is needed now.
Nigeria Records Highest Cyberattacks in Africa
A new report reveals Nigerian firms face 4,200 cyberattacks weekly, the highest rate in Africa. AI-driven phishing and ransomware are key threats. Learn how businesses can defend themselves.
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