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9 Jun 2024
Operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) yesterday raided two popular nightclubs as well as lounges in Akure, Ondo State.
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8 Jun 2024
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is set to interrogate the impact of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s ongoing economic reforms on the
7 Jun 2024
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) is set to assess the impact of President Ahmed Bola Tinubu's ongoing economic reforms on the increasing incidences of human rights violations in Nigeria. The commission announced this at the public presentation of the May human rights dashboard on Friday at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. During the presentation,…
6 Jun 2024
Federal Government has disclosed its readiness to amend the Rights Commission Act establishing the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to integrate national preventive mechanism against torture.
3 Jun 2024
Concerned kindred and families of Amechi Uwani in Enugu South Local Council have approached the National Human Rights Commission of Nigeria (NHRC) to seek redress and immediate halt to the indiscriminate demolition of their property by the Enugu State government.
28 May 2024
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said that the state government is fully committed to providing children in the state with an enabling environment, skills, and opportunities needed to achieve their dreams and aspirations.
27 May 2024
The Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Dr. Tony Ojukwu, SAN. has expressed concern over the alarming and continuous rise in cases of violations of the rights of children across the country. Ojukwu said the disturbing trend underscores an urgent need for a renewed commitment from all facets of society to protect…
23 May 2024
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has advocated for improved access to housing and shelter for older persons. The commission made the call at the 14th session of the Open-Ended Working Group on Ageing (OEWGA) at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Dr. Tony Ojukwu, the Executive Secretary of the NHRC, emphasized Nigeria’s proactive…
23 May 2024
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has received 25,319 cases of human rights violations in Bauchi State. Coordinator of NHRC in the state, Mrs Yatchi Dala, revealed this yesterday while presenting a paper at a workshop organised
Peter Obi has slammed the conduct of the Edo State governorship election, calling it a blatant example of 'state capture'. Photo: AFP
2 May 2024
Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Tony Ojukwu, has sought improved working conditions for workers.In a statement to commemorate the 2024 International Workers Day
25 Apr 2024
Oil producing communities in Niger Delta have called for transparency and accountability in the ongoing divestment in the oil and gas industry.
11 Apr 2024
Over three years after the Federal Government directed states to establish judicial panels of inquiry and compensate EndSARS’ victims, a total of 25 states have yet to comply or put closure to proven cases of injustices.

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Sir: One of the most glaring evidence of insensitivity on the part of Nigerian government is failure to address the menace of tanker explosion and falling trailers on Nigerian roads thereby supervising a constant recurrence of wanton waste of innocent lives and throwing of families into irreparable agonies.
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A professor of Planning and Heritage, School of Architecture, University of Liverpool, Taibat Lawanson has advocated the incorporation of urban heritage in policies to ensure human-centred, inclusive conditions for local understanding and applications in sustainable development.
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The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) has reiterated its commitment towards improving the skills of its members to compete globally and transform communities and the infrastructure landscape.
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The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has expressed its resolve to diligently prosecute manufacturers and distributors of substandard steel products in the country.
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The West Africa Container Terminal (WACT)–APM Terminals Nigeria and CMA CGM have commenced direct shipping services from Europe and Asia to Onne Port in Rivers State, aiming to strengthen import and export trade routes in the eastern market.
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The Governor Monday Okpebholo-led government of Edo State is set to prosecute former Governor Godwin Obaseki, some Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leaders in the state and former local council chairmen over allegations of Council treasuries in excess of over N95 billion.
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A dramatic scene unfolded at the 10th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, on Saturday when the presidential candidate of African Action Congress (AAC) in the last general election, Omoyele Sowore, allegedly took over the seat reserved for Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the Eko Atlantic finish point of the race.
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A £3.5 million Circular Economy Powered Renewable Energy Centre (CEPREC) has been launched towards addressing Africa’s energy and electronic waste challenges.
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About ten people, including children, lost their lives in a fatal accident involving a cement-laden truck in Nnewi, Anambra State.