10 Years On, Nigeria’s Anti-Violence Law Struggles to Deliver Justice

10 Years On, Nigeria’s Anti-Violence Law Struggles to Deliver Justice

By: Juliet Onwurah DG NAPTIP, reminded participants that under the law, domestic abuse is a criminal offence, not a private affair. “If your life is under threat, it ceases to be a husband-and-wife matter. It becomes a matter of state concern.” Photo Credit: Invictus Africa When Nigeria passed the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act in 2015, it was celebrated as a landmark legal victory, a blueprint for justice in […]

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General

Transformational Leadership Drives Nigeria’s Progress as Stakeholders Honour Prof. Sulaiman

By Julian Osamoto The intellectual tone of the event was further enriched by references to historic leadership models. A speaker cited British Admiral Lord Vincent’s tribute to Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson: “There is but one Nelson,” praising his ability to inspire excellence among peers, an attribute mirrored in Prof. Sulaiman’s impact at NILDS. Photo Credit: Oluwakemi Kindness/Democracy Radio In an atmosphere of reflection, vision, and resounding calls for national renewal, stakeholders […]

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Business

Federal Government launches five hundred million dollars bond

Written by Oluwakemi Kindness The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a five hundred dollar million domestic bond, marking a significant milestone in the country's economic reform and development journey. The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, who stated this while unveiling the Series I five hundred million dollars Domestic Federal Government of Nigeria U.S Dollar Bond in Lagos, said the launch is a bold […]

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Business

Expert Tips: Flexible Income Ideas for Students to Earn While Studying

Writing by Julian Adetinuyo Experts often recommend that students focus on flexible income opportunities that align with their class schedules. This will help them become proactive and resourceful in making income while in school. By leveraging skills, networks, and available resources, students can successfully earn extra income to support themselves during their studies, while also enabling them contribute meaningfully to the economic growth of the society. Student experiences Adebimpe Oluronke, […]

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Art and Culture

Puebla festival drops S/Africa over victimization of Nigerian contestant”

South Africa has been removed as the Country-in-Focus for the Puebla International Festival 2024 due to the alleged "victimization" of Nigerian-born Miss South Africa contestant, Chidimma Adetshina. The decision was announced by Festival Director Ikenna Okeh, who expressed deep regret over the move and confirmed the cancellation of invitations extended to South African guests. Okeh explained that the decision stemmed from "distressing events in South Africa," where state apparatuses and […]

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Economy

Tinubu vows to crackdown on illegal miners

President Bola Tinubu has pledged that his administration will ensure companies engaged in mineral exploration prioritize the health and safety of Nigerians and the communities hosting these operations. The President made this commitment while receiving a presentation from Course 32 participants of the National Defence College (NDC) in Abuja. The presentation was titled Harnessing the Mining Industry for Enhanced National Security and Development: Strategic Options for Nigeria by 2035. During […]

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Sport

Serbian athlete Lazar Dukic dies during CrossFit event in Texas

A Serbian athlete, Lazar Dukic, tragically passed away on Thursday morning during a CrossFit swimming event in Texas, as confirmed by the fitness organization on social media. “We are devastated by the passing of Lazar Dukic. Our hearts are with Lazar’s entire family, friends, and fellow athletes,” CrossFit expressed in a statement posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. Dukic, 28, reportedly went underwater and did not resurface during a […]

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Business

Minister advocate for more investment to fast-track economic growth

The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, has highlighted the disparity between Nigeria’s federal budget and those of other populous nations such as Indonesia and Brazil, emphasizing the urgent need for increased investment. Speaking at the launch of ActionAid Nigeria’s Country Strategy Paper (CSP), themed “Citizens’ Action Against Poverty and Injustice (2024-2034),” held in Abuja, Bagudu, provided a comparative analysis of Nigeria's budget against its international counterparts. […]

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Politics

Stakeholders push for legal framework, tech to boost election credibility

In a recent event titled "Election Technology in Nigeria: Challenges and Prospects," organized by the Nigeria Civil Society Situation Room in Abuja, key stakeholders emphasized the need for a stable legal framework and the integration of technology to ensure credible elections in Nigeria. Bar. Festus Okoye, a former National Commissioner with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), highlighted that these measures are essential to upholding democracy and ensuring a transparent […]

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