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General News

FRSC cautions parents against overloading school children on motorcycles

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The FRSC in Zamfara is taking decisive action against the dangerous practice of overloading school children on motorcycles, following severe injury-causing incidents. This is framed not just as a traffic violation, but as a direct threat to children’s safety and their fundamental right to education. Enforcement includes targeted patrols, collaboration for mobile courts, and community advocacy through traditional leaders. The strategy underscores that lasting change requires a combined effort of strict law enforcement and broad public sensitization to reduce preventable tragedies.

Agriculture

Group vows to build 1m agrifood entrepreneurs across africa

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African Food Changemakers (AFC) has launched an ambitious initiative to build a community of one million agrifood entrepreneurs across Africa, directly addressing food security, climate resilience, and economic growth. By focusing on smallholder farmers, youth, and women-led businesses, AFC provides critical access to networks, knowledge, and funding, recognizing that peer learning is often as vital as capital. This strategic effort moves beyond celebration to create a scalable support system, transforming isolated SMEs into a collaborative force that strengthens the

Football

Football enthusiasts urge Super Eagles to win 2025 AFCON

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Nigerian football supporters are demanding a focused and strategic campaign from the Super Eagles to win the 2025 AFCON, viewing it as essential redemption after failing to qualify for the World Cup. Key insights from fans emphasize that victory requires moving beyond reliance on star player Victor Osimhen and immediately fielding the strongest lineup, starting with the critical opening match against Tanzania. Crucially, they identify specific tactical improvements—particularly in defensive solidity and clinical finishing—as non-negotiable for tournament success

Entertainment

‘Tears for Enebi’ wins big at Los Angeles’ independent short film awards

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The Nigerian short film *Tears for Enebi* has achieved significant international acclaim, winning two major awards at the Independent Short Awards in Los Angeles, including Best Actress for Rahama Zakareeyah. This recognition culminates a 12-year development journey, highlighting the film’s powerful mission to confront sexual violence and amplify survivors’ voices with courage and hope. Its global resonance is further evidenced by a total of five international awards and selection for ten major 2026 film festivals. The project stands

General News

UNICEF, Taraba Govt. award contract to revamp 11 PHCs

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A strategic partnership between UNICEF, the Taraba State Government, and the Global Fund has initiated a critical project to revamp 11 Primary Healthcare Centres across six local government areas. This intervention transcends mere infrastructure, representing a targeted effort to directly reduce maternal and child mortality by improving essential service delivery. The initiative’s success hinges on a shared accountability model, demanding professional execution from contractors, vigilant oversight from local council chairmen, and full cooperation from community health managers. Timely completion is paramount, as these

General News

Lassa fever claims 195 lives in 2025 – NCDC

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Lassa fever remains a severe public health threat in Nigeria, with a rising case fatality rate of 18.2% in 2025, driven primarily by late patient presentation and poor health-seeking behavior. The outbreak is heavily concentrated, with 89% of cases from just four states (Ondo, Edo, Bauchi, and Taraba), and young adults aged 21-30 are the most affected demographic. While the geographic spread has decreased compared to 2024, the persistently

General News

2 men bag one-year jail term each for stealing phone 

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This case demonstrates the significant legal and financial consequences for theft in Nigeria, even for a single high-value item. Beyond the one-year prison sentence, the convicts face substantial combined fines and mandatory victim compensation, highlighting a judicial focus on restitution. The consecutive sentencing for conspiracy and the separate theft charge underscores the heightened severity when crimes are premeditated. This outcome serves as a stark deterrent, illustrating that the total penalties far exceed the stolen property’s market value.

Economy/Business

Customs seize contraband worth N82m in Bauchi

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The Nigeria Customs Service, Zone D, has demonstrated a significant enforcement surge, seizing ₦82.1 million in contraband—including petrol, used clothing, and foreign goods—within just 10 days. This crackdown, driven by intensified patrols and intelligence, directly translates a declared zero-tolerance policy into tangible action, disrupting smuggling networks across eight states. The operation strategically leverages legal authority under the new Customs Act and enhanced inter-agency collaboration to secure borders and protect the national economy

General News

Devatop, NHRC partner to boost human rights protection

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This strategic partnership between Devatop Centre for Africa Development and Nigeria’s National Human Rights Commission establishes a coordinated, survivor-centered framework to combat human rights abuses like gender-based violence and trafficking. A core innovation is the integration of the “TALKAM App” as a secure digital platform for reporting, case management, and connecting survivors to verified support, directly addressing barriers to access. By formalizing the NHRC’s role in receiving and managing referred cases through this technology, the collaboration aims to drastically improve

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