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DJ Cuppy Advocates For Quality Education For Children at The United Nations.
The International Day of Peace Youth Event at the United Nations in New York was graced by Nigerian artiste Florence Ifeoluwa Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy. The philanthropist and…
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NCC disavows leaked phone call between Obi and Oyedepo; Sanusi possible candidate for CBN governor under Tinubu presidency | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
NCC disavows leaked phone call between Obi and Oyedepo Ortom maintains resilience despite senatorial election loss DHQ reassures Nigeria's safety amid UN fighting vehicle sighting in Edo FPRO challenges individuals…
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UN supports integration of ex-Boko Haram insurgents; GSM operators propose 40% increase in price of calls, data | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
UN Secretary-General supports Nigeria’s integration of ex-Boko Haram insurgents MTN, Mafab get NCC nod to rollout 5G services by AugustOgun gov’s aide, Abidemi Rufai, pleads guilty to $350,000 fraud in…
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Kenyan long-distance runner Agnes Tirop found dead at her home | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you may have missed out on: Kenyan long-distance runner Agnes Tirop found dead at her home Kenyan long-distance runner Agnes Tirop,…
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Freed Commissioner says his kidnap was a set-up that left gunmen in tears, UN Human Rights Council opposes Ghana’s anti-gay bill | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you shouldn’t miss: Freed Niger State Commissioner says his kidnap was a set-up that left gunmen in tears Niger State Commissioner…
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WHO: Africa records 6,400 COVID-19 deaths in one week, UN to support gender mainstreaming in Government Ministries | 5 Things That Should Matter Today
Across the African continent, these are the 5 stories you shouldn’t miss. Africa Covid chief John Nkengasong says vaccine saved his life The head of the agency leading Africa's response…
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Kingsley Moghalu: My Journey; a personal story
As a young man out of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (Enugu Campus) in the mid-80s, I consciously sought and acquired experience that would position me for leadership on the…
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Child Protection in Nigeria is making progress but not fast enough
The Katsina House of assembly in collaboration with Non Governmental Organisation (NGO), Save the Children International, embarked on a translation exercise of the Child Rights Act (2003) on 9th April.…
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Awon Boyz, the story of Nigerian Street Hustlers, goes to Netflix on April 14
Documentary tells emotional story of freedom, missed opportunities, love and self-belief of 8 young men. Awon Boyz, a documentary that portrays the life of the everyday Nigerian street hustler will…
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YNaijaEndSARSupdate: Are we still waiting for the UN to intervene? | #SARSmustEnd
Twelve days ago and counting, Nigerians in various parts of the country took to the streets to protest against police brutality and social injustices by the now-defunct police group, Special…
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#TIFF2020Review: ‘I am Greta’ is an intimate yet puzzling profile of courage
2019 was the year that sixteen-year-old Swedish teenage climate activist, Greta Thunberg became a global icon. From inspiring climate change activists around the world, to dressing down a roomful of…
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Reactions as Boko Haram reportedly kills 28 Nigerian soldiers in latest ambush
Not a week goes by that news of assault by Boko Haram doesn't find it's way to the airwaves. The latest stream of attacks by the insurgent group has targeted…
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Boko Haram is still terrorizing Nigerians, and we are tired
Nigerians voiced their exhaustion with the perceived inactiveness of President Muhammadu Buhari, following reports that Boko Haram bandits had attacked a United Nations aid helicopter in the North-Eastern region of…
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The Future Awards Africa announces call for nomination; receives United Nations endorsement
The Future Awards Africa today announced the call for nomination for this year’s edition of the continent’s biggest youth awards scheduled to take place in November. The launch event which…
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The SDG Index; the hattrick Nigeria can’t seem to score
First, some backstory. Since its inception in 1945, the United Nations has always been very hands-on with global social and economic growth so it came as no surprise when the…
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The Late 5: FG declares Tuesday as public holiday, Gombe Police Command recovers State Assembly mace and other stories,
Here are the stories that drove the conversation today: The Federal Government has declared Tuesday, May 29, as a public holiday to enable Nigerians to celebrate the country’s Democracy Day.…
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[The Activism Blog] More Nigerians to experience extreme poverty by 2018 – Report
In 2015, Nigeria began a spiral into an economic recession after years of economic boom. The boom had created a Nigerian middle class and changed the way the country was…
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[The Activism Blog] 650 people die daily in road accidents across Africa – UN
At a time many countries are making efforts to make the road safer, The United Nations through its UN Special Envoy for Road Safety, Jean Todt has said at least 650…
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[The Activism Blog] Africa needs 11 million doctors, nurses, teachers to avert ‘disaster’ – UN
The United Nations has declared that Africa needs 11 million more doctors, nurses and teachers by 2030 to prevent a “social and economic disaster” that could propel millions to migrate,…
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[The Activism Blog] Why the UN refutes the Nigerian Army’s “technical defeat” of Boko Haram
The United Nations has nothing but a strong rebuttal for the federal government's claim of technically defeating Boko-Haram in the North East. The UN in its latest report issued by…
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Trump proclaims Oct. 24, 2017 as United Nations day
U.S.President Donald Trump has on Tuesday in recognition of the essence of the United Nations declared Tuesday October 24, 2017 as the United Nations day. Read his full statement below:…
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There are 37 job openings for young Nigerians in the UN – Amina Mohammed
According to the UN Deputy Secretary-General, Amina Mohammed, there are 37 career openings for young Nigerians under the United Nations bureaucracy. Mrs Mohammed speaking at a cultural night organised by Nigerians…
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The Conversation Cafe to host mentorship session for Teenage girls in honour of The International Day of the Girl Child
The International Day of the Girl Child as declared by the United Nations is a day aimed at creating more opportunity for girls and increasing awareness of gender inequality faced by…
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[The Activism Blog] UN sensitises northern legislators on peace and conflict resolution
The United Nations through its agency, the UN Women, says it is important for legislators to be better informed on gender issues to enable them to pass appropriate legislations. UN…
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Why the United Nations dialogue method must change – Jonathan
Former President, Goodluck Jonathan says the United Nations that has 193 members (States) "has not known real peace" - From 1945, after the World War II. Jonathan said this at a…
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[The Activism Blog] Falana writes UN over attacks on Kenyan judges
Human right lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana has written the United Nations through its UN high commissioner for human rights to investigate reports of attacks on…
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Buhari at #UNGA, earthquake in Mexico | See our top 10 photos from last week
President Muhammadu Buhari delivered a speech at the United Nations General in New York and also dined with President Donald Trump. There was also an earthquake in Mexico, where many…
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“We are concerned at the exposure of traits of terrorism in IPOB” | Former Senator writes letter to the UN
Nigeria’s senate president during the end of the third republic, Ameh Ebute has reportedly written a letter to the UN over the recent events in the Southeast. According to TheCable, Mr…
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Why Trump called North Korea leader ‘Rocket Man’
United States president Donald Trump shocked the world on Tuesday when he called the North Korean leader Kim Jong Un "Rocket Man" while delivering his very first address at the…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy