Enugu voids child marriage, arrests family
Enugu State Government has nullified an underage marriage in Amufie community, arresting parents, groom, and matchmaker. Officials vow to educate and rehabilitate the girl.
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Nigeria seeks stronger collaboration to tackle malnutrition
President Tinubu's aide calls for enhanced donor collaboration to tackle Nigeria's malnutrition crisis. Lawmakers report significant progress in maternal and child nutrition programs across multiple states.
$10M GAIN Funding to Tackle Vitamin A Deficiency
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition commits $10 million to combat vitamin A deficiency through biofortified staple crops in Nigeria. Learn how this initiative transforms food security.
Enugu voids child marriage, arrests parents and groom
Enugu State Government has nullified an underage marriage in Enugu Ezike, arresting the parents, groom, and matchmaker. The rescued teenager will be empowered through education. #ChildRights #EndChildMarriage
Doctors, Nurses in Gombe Receive FP/LARCS Training
Gombe healthcare professionals complete intensive 5-day training on Family Planning Long-Acting Reversible Contraceptives to improve maternal and child health outcomes across the state.
Outdated Population Data Cripples Nigeria's Planning
NPC Chairman reveals Nigeria's outdated population data affects planning and resource allocation. Learn why a new census is urgent for national development and youth empowerment.
Mother arrested for sexually assaulting 3-year-old daughter
Delta State Police arrest Tracy Wilson for alleged sexual abuse of her 3-year-old daughter. Video evidence shows mother admitted to ongoing abuse for 8 months. Child tested positive for STD.
Delta Father Seeks Justice for Daughter's Sexual Abuse
Father of 3-year-old girl speaks out after mother allegedly sexually abused their child in Warri. Police confirm broken hymen and STI. Case now in court amid bail controversy.
CHRICED tackles maternal deaths, electoral injustice
CHRICED unveils comprehensive 5-year agenda to address Nigeria's maternal mortality crisis and electoral integrity challenges. Join the movement for accountable governance.
Oyo Inaugurates Committee for Child Safeguarding Policy
Oyo State Government has inaugurated a Technical Working Committee to develop the state's first comprehensive Child Safeguarding Policy during the Child Safeguarding Summit in Ibadan.
Newborn dies, mother injured in Kwara hospital negligence
A family in Ilorin alleges gross negligence at Cottage Hospital Adewole led to newborn's death and mother's severe injuries. Kwara health board confirms system gaps.
Father beats daughter to death over food in Ghana
Isaac Adonteng, 54, arrested for murder after beating his daughter Celestine for taking siblings' food. Police warn against excessive child discipline. Read full details.
Police Rescue 6 Children from Trafficking Syndicate
Niger State Police Command rescues six abducted children from human trafficking network operating between Niger and FCT. Suspects arrested, investigation ongoing.
Expert Calls for Hepatitis B Vaccination at Birth in Nigeria
Public health expert Dr. Cindy Iheanetu urges Nigeria to implement mandatory hepatitis B vaccination at birth and data-driven health policies to reduce maternal mortality and disease spread.
UNICEF enrols 15,000 Katsina children in schools
UNICEF achieves major education milestone in Northern Nigeria, enrolling 15,000 out-of-school children in Katsina while improving nutrition and healthcare across three states.
School Employee Texted Boy 5,000 Times Before Assault
Former school administrator Alyson Cranick admitted to texting an 11-year-old boy nearly 5,000 times and luring him with gifts before sexual assault. She faces life imprisonment.
NYSC Member Finds Abandoned Child in Makurdi School
A Nigerian NYSC member posted to a Makurdi school discovered a 2-year-old child left behind after classes. School authorities found parents had moved from registered address. Read the full story.
Kourtney Kardashian Breastfeeds 2-Year-Old Son Rocky
Kourtney Kardashian reveals she's still breastfeeding her two-year-old son Rocky while discussing her wellness routine and life as a mother of four. Discover her health secrets!
Former Man City's Jo Arrested Fourth Time for Child Support
Former Manchester City record signing Jo faces fourth arrest over unpaid child maintenance. Get the latest updates on the Brazilian striker's legal troubles.
Flooding Endangers Maternal Healthcare in Lagos
Project HER reveals how flooding isolates Lagos communities, cripples maternal healthcare, and exposes thousands of women and children to disease. Urgent government action is needed.
Zamfara launches child nutrition, protection plans
Zamfara State, with UNICEF, launches a 5-year child nutrition strategy and alternative childcare guidelines to protect vulnerable children and combat gender-based violence.
Tinubu Calls for Data-Driven Child Protection Policies
Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges evidence-based policies to combat child sexual exploitation. She emphasizes data-driven solutions and stronger collaboration.
Paul Saladino's Carnivore Diet Journey and Controversies
Explore Dr. Paul Saladino's controversial rise promoting carnivore diet, his medical background, business ventures, and why he modified his extreme meat-only approach.
Nurse Recounts Tragic Loss of Mother and Baby After 14 Years
A Nigerian nurse shares her most heartbreaking experience watching a man pray for his wife in labor, unaware she and their baby had died after 14 years of waiting. Read this emotional story.
MWAN Lagos Boosts Maternal, Child Healthcare
MWAN Lagos unveils a robust plan to improve maternal and child health in underserved areas via danger-sign education and digital outreach. Learn how they aim to save lives.
Woman Divorced Over C-Section Births in Nigeria
A Nigerian woman from Adamawa shares her pain after her husband divorced her for delivering their children via Caesarian section. Read her powerful story and the online support it sparked.
Parents React to Teacher's Assault on Child in Abuja School
Parents of an Abuja pupil assaulted by teacher speak out, revealing child suffered headaches, blurred vision from repeated slaps. They demand immediate action from school authorities.
Mum Discovers Nanny Making Her Kids Do Household Chores
A Nigerian mother installed a hidden camera and discovered her nanny was making her children do household chores. The viral TikTok video sparked heated debate about child upbringing in Nigeria.
Sokoto's Healthcare Revolution Under Governor Aliyu
Governor Ahmad Aliyu transforms Sokoto's healthcare with 800 new nurses, upgraded PHCs in all 244 wards, and N1.5bn Mama Kits investment. Maternal and child health outcomes improve dramatically.
Child Care Trust Advocates for Inclusive Education
Child Care Trust urges government and private sector to promote educational inclusion for girls and children with disabilities. Learn how stakeholders are pushing for policy changes.
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