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Nigeria Launches Emergency GBV Response Fund

Federal Government announces emergency fund to combat gender-based violence and support survivors. New initiative launched during 16 Days of Activism against GBV.

Kano Fire Service Rescues Elderly Woman from Well

Kano State Fire Service successfully rescued 65-year-old Khadija Muhammad after she fell into a well in Gafiyawa town. The emergency response team acted swiftly following a distress call. Learn about safety measures to prevent such incidents.

Senate Amends Terrorism Act to Fight Kidnapping

Nigeria's Senate begins process to amend Terrorism Act, classifying kidnapping as terrorism with death penalty. Committee investigates Safe School Initiative amid rising abductions.

Zamfara Settles N67m Debt for 436 Freed Inmates

Zamfara First Lady Hajiya Huriyya Lawal has secured the freedom of 436 inmates by settling their N67.2m debt. The intervention occurred during a mass wedding ceremony for 200 orphans in Gusau.

Matawalle Denies Viral Security Claim

Defence Minister Bello Matawalle refutes a viral post alleging he said Zamfara's security initiative would fail without him. He calls it false and politically motivated.

Zamfara First Lady launches 16-Day GBV Activism

Zamfara State's First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched the 2025 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, calling for unified action and digital safety.

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.

Zamfara Enhances Security to Keep Schools Open

Zamfara State government has unveiled new security measures to protect schools from bandit attacks, ensuring classes continue. Learn how they plan to safeguard education.

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