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Soldiers' Widows Lament Neglect at Remembrance Day

Widows of fallen soldiers lament neglect and unpaid insurance benefits at the Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Lagos, calling for urgent government intervention to alleviate their suffering.

Ondo Governor Gives N50m Loans to Fallen Heroes' Widows

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa disburses N50 million in non-interest loans to widows of fallen heroes in Ondo State. Each beneficiary receives up to N500,000 to boost their businesses and support their families. Read more.

Make Armed Forces Remembrance Day a Public Holiday

A compelling case for declaring January 15 a national public holiday to honour Nigeria's fallen heroes and veterans, fostering unity and civil-military relations. Join the call for national recognition.

Making Armed Forces Remembrance Day a Public Holiday

This article argues for making January 15 a national public holiday to honour Nigerian military sacrifices, boost national unity, and improve civil-military relations. A call for national recognition.

Hamzat Calls for Support for Widows of Fallen Heroes

Lagos Deputy Governor Dr Obafemi Hamzat advocates for welfare and empowerment programmes for widows of fallen military personnel during the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Jumat service in Alausa.

Badenoch: US Venezuela Action Morally Right

UK Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch defends US military action in Venezuela, citing her childhood under Nigerian military rule. She draws a clear line with Greenland.

Widows, Orphans Excluded from Nigeria's Social Safety Net

As Nigeria's economic crisis deepens, widows and orphans remain outside formal welfare coverage. The SMILE Project's outreach to 1,500 beneficiaries highlights the urgent need for a structured national safety net.

Church gives food, cash to 30 widows for Christmas

Gateway International Church's Women's Ministry brought festive cheer to 30 widows with food items and cash gifts. The outreach aimed to ease economic pressure during the Yuletide season.

110 Lagos Widows Get Food, Cash Gifts for Christmas

His Heavenly Light Ministry supports over 110 Lagos widows with food items and financial capital for Christmas, marking the third phase of its empowerment program. Founder Dr. Cecilia Onitiri outlines plans to increase grants.

Zulum's Festive Support: Free Travel, Gifts for 1,050

Borno Governor Babagana Zulum has approved free Christmas transport fares for 750 non-indigenes and cash gifts for 300 widows. This annual initiative promotes unity and eases festive season hardship. Read more about this impactful social intervention.

Coup attempt in Benin fails, President Talon safe

Benin's presidency confirms President Patrice Talon is safe after a brief coup attempt by soldiers. Loyal forces have restored order. Get the latest details on the unfolding situation.

100 Free Homes for Kaduna Widows and Orphans

Widows and orphans in Kaduna receive 100 free homes through Adashe Women Housing project. Dr. Umma Sani's childhood homelessness inspired this life-changing initiative.

100 Houses Gifted to Widows in Kaduna

Adashe Women Housing empowers 100 widows in Kaduna with new, climate-resilient homes. This humanitarian project, supported by government partners, offers a fresh start and renewed dignity.

Metuh's 60th: N10m for offenders, widows support

The Olisa Metuh Initiative donates ₦10 million to support bailable offenders and widows as part of week-long charity events marking his 60th birthday. Read how this life-changing gesture impacts vulnerable Nigerians.

Venezuela Mobilizes 200K Troops Amid US Navy Buildup

Venezuela launches massive military mobilization of 200,000 soldiers in response to US aircraft carrier deployment near Latin America. Tensions escalate as both nations prepare for potential conflict.

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