Child’s Right Act
17 Jan 2024
Paediatric Association of Nigeria (PAN) has revealed that the progress towards child health in Nigeria is being hindered by the reluctance of five states to adopt and domesticate the Child’s Right Act (2003).
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This is year is all about intentionality. As a lady, you can start this year with all the shine and glamour and thrive at your field. The world is evolving, and the modern woman must stay steps ahead. Therefore, positioning yourself well will earn you growth and success in the year. So, how do you…
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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced an extension to the registration period for the 2025 WASSCE for Private Candidates, First Series. The initial registration deadline, set for Monday, January 6, 2025, has now been extended to Monday, January 20, 2025. In a statement shared via its official X account, WAEC informed intending candidates…
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The lawmaker representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District, Senator Lawal Adamu Usman, has lampooned a group, known as Kaduna Elders Forum (KEF) over threats to recall him from the National Assembly for alleged non-performance. He told the elders that he was not disturbed by their demand, just as he explained, "I am only interested in pursuing…
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The Borno Executive Council has approved the renaming of Borno State University (BOSU) to Kashim Ibrahim University, Maiduguri, in honour of Sir Kashim Ibrahim, the first Governor of Northern Nigeria. The decision was taken during the first council meeting of 2025, chaired by Gov. Babagana Zulum in Maiduguri. Speaking to newsmen on the development, the…
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The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) has developed an online course to empower parents and guardians with knowledge about child abuse and related issues. The Head, Public Affairs Unit of the DSVA, Mrs Adejoke Ladenegan-Oginni, disclosed this in a post shared on the agency’s X handle @LSdsva on Tuesday. According to her,…
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The Federal Government is set to premiere a television drama series on mining, titled ‘Hidden Riches,’ on Jan. 25.
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An Iyaganku Magistrate’s Court in Ibadan, on Tuesday, fixed Jan. 8, to deliver judgment in the trial of one Ibrahim Azeez, 32, who allegedly
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Sao Tome and Principe's president has dismissed the government over an "inability" to resolve problems facing the tiny West African state and "frequent" absences by the prime minister.