Internally Displaced Persons
17 Oct
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has reiterated his administration's commitment to establishing principles of good governance in operations of public offices in the area. Speaking on Thursday at the inauguration of six committees to oversee the implementation of government development policies at the council chamber of there old Government House, the Governor noted that membership…
17 Aug
The Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group and the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) have signed a five-year agreement to advance socio-economic inclusion and co-create sustainable solutions for forcibly displaced people in Nigeria.
25 Jul
An IDP camp is a temporary settlement created to house internally displaced persons who have been forced to flee their homes due to violence, conflict, natural disasters, or other crises. In 2014, at just 11 years old, Saadatu was displaced from her hometown of Gwoza in Borno State, Nigeria. The once peaceful town turned into…
31 May 2024
In just four months, President Bola Tinubu has achieved notable progress in the humanitarian and poverty alleviation sector. One of the notable achievement is the comprehensive food distribution programs which benefitted over a million Nigerians. These efforts have positively impacted the lives of countless impoverished citizens, showcasing a strong commitment to addressing poverty and humanitarian…
1 May 2024
The Federal Government, in partnership with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), has said that plans are underway to repatriate 20,000 Nigerians from the Republics of Chad and Cameroon.
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Nigeria is among the 90 countries participating in the fourth edition of the Hajj and Umrah Exhibition and Conference in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, to explore new opportunities for operational efficiency at the forthcoming Hajj 2025.
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Taiwan’s government has called for the renegotiation of bilateral relations with Nigeria to explore mutually beneficial opportunities between the two nations.
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Chinese Consul General in Lagos, Yan Yuqing, has said that the recent visit of Chinese Foreign Minister, Wang Yi to Africa reaffirms China’s support for African countries in their pursuit of development and revitalisation.
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The Omuikume Omagwa community in Rivers State has witnessed the commissioning of a new ultra-modern town hall, hailing the structure as a transformative project for the community.
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The President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, has said that the sacrifices of the members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria are the foundation upon which the citizens stand tall. Akpabio said this at the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day 2025 Lecture and Art Exhibition, organised by the Defence Headquarters on Tuesday in Abuja.…
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The recent breach of the United States Treasury Department systems, allegedly by Chinese state-sponsored hackers, has sent shockwaves through the global cybersecurity community. This incident, exploiting vulnerabilities in a third-party cybersecurity provider, is a sobering reminder of the evolving threat landscape and the importance of proactive and strategic cybersecurity leadership. From a senior CISO’s lens,…
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President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration's commitment to the welfare and advancement of the Nigerian Armed Forces. Speaking at the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day Dinner and Award Night, held to honor officers and commemorate the sacrifices of fallen heroes, the President praised the military’s pivotal role in safeguarding the nation's security and…
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Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, saluted the courage of its ad hoc committee on mass production uniforms for prudent management and the return of ₦100 million excess funds. The committee, led by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Tajo Othman, was entrusted with the responsibility of procurement and production of high-quality materials…
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The Federal Government has set an ambitious revenue target of ₦6.58 trillion for the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) in 2025, aimed at driving economic growth and modernisation. The ₦6.58 trillion target reflects growing confidence in the NCS's capabilities and its expanding operational scope. The Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi, disclosed this during a press briefing…
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The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, has hinted that local gun manufacturers will be meaningfully engaged to showcase their skills in the interest of the country. Speaking when he appeared before the House of Representatives Committee on Defence to defend the 2025 budget, he assured that once the Defence Industry Corporation of…