Nigeria's federal government says heads of state-owned enterprises who award inflated contracts outside procurement law will face sanctions, in a new directive from George Akume.
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.
Nigerian civil society organizations (CSOs) are demanding stronger action against corruption in the government. The groups are urging political parties to denounce members facing corruption charges and calling for increased transparency and accountability within government institutions.
Nigeria's federal government says heads of state-owned enterprises who award inflated contracts outside procurement law will face sanctions, in a new directive from George Akume.
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 has called for intensified awareness ahead of a Nov. 7 to 10 polio vaccination campaign after reports of suspected cases, with UNICEF backing.
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.