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Lagos police rescue three girls from suspected trafficking in Badagry, hunt for traffickers

A routine patrol in Badagry stopped a motorcycle carrying three girls who police say are trafficking victims, and officers are now hunting the suspected traffickers.

Nasarawa polio drive: state partners UNICEF, WHO ahead of Nov. 7 campaign

Nasarawa has called for intensified awareness ahead of a Nov. 7 to 10 polio vaccination campaign after reports of suspected cases, with UNICEF backing.

Reform Calls Grow as Amupitan Takes Charge of INEC

Nigerians and political parties outline reform expectations for INEC Chairman Amupitan, calling for credible elections, transparency, and stronger electoral reforms.

Activists Warn Nigeria Against Drifting Toward One-Party State

Nigerian activists urge citizens to resist the drift toward a one-party state and protect the democracy and political pluralism in Nigeria.

NASS to Support Tinubu, Emergency Rule in Rivers

KEY POINTS Emergency rule in Rivers will receive National Assembly backing to defend democracy. ...

Ahead of Elections, Jonathan leads West African Elders forum to Ghana

On a mission to observe Ghana's December election, WAEF leader EF Goodluck Jonathan encourages Ghanaians to maintain peace, democracy and transparency, describing the country as a model for the continent.

Adegboruwa Criticizes Tinubu’s Speech, Calls for Democratic Reforms

Adegboruwa criticizes Tinubu's Democracy Day speech for lacking substance, calling for urgent democratic reforms in Nigeria.

Nigerian Police Restrict Movement for Bye-Elections

The Nigerian police have announced a restriction of all forms of vehicular movement on...

Gombe State Sets Date for Local Government Polls

Gombe State, Nigeria - The people of Gombe State will have the opportunity to...

Nigerian Bye-Elections: What You Need to Know

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has published the final list and personal details...

APC vs PDP: Atiku Warns of Threat to Nigeria’s Democracy 

Former Vice President and PDP presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has accused the ruling APC...

Tinubu, Scholz Talk Security, Economic Ties in Bilateral Meet

President Bola Tinubu assured German Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Nigeria's dedication to transformative governance...

Peter Obi Warns of Nigeria’s Potential Departure from Democracy

In light of the recent International Democracy Day celebrations, the Labour Party’s Presidential candidate...

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Lagos police rescue three girls from suspected trafficking in Badagry, hunt for traffickers

A routine patrol in Badagry stopped a motorcycle carrying three girls who police say are trafficking victims, and officers are now hunting the suspected traffickers.

Nasarawa polio drive: state partners UNICEF, WHO ahead of Nov. 7 campaign

Nasarawa has called for intensified awareness ahead of a Nov. 7 to 10 polio vaccination campaign after reports of suspected cases, with UNICEF backing.

FG’s N70,000 transport allowance for workers could cost N465.7 billion as TUC rejects the deal

Nigeria’s 70,000 naira transport allowance could cost 465.7 billion naira over six months, and the Trade Union Congress says workers need a permanent raise instead.

Lagos residents, employers and workers must get health insurance by Dec. 31

Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says residents, employers and workers must get covered by Dec. 31 ahead of mandatory health insurance enforcement from Jan. 1, 2027.