FCTA evacuates 607 beggars, mentally challenged off Abuja streets
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has evacuated no fewer than 607 beggars and mentally challenged persons from major streets of Abuja. The exercise was carried out as part of efforts to improve public safety, restore order, and enhance the image of the nation’s capital. Officials explained that the operation targeted areas with heavy human […]
NAPTIP reunites seven trafficked victims with families in Kano
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has successfully reunited seven victims of human trafficking with their families in Kano State. The victims, who were trafficked to different locations under false promises, were rescued through coordinated efforts by the agency and other security partners. NAPTIP officials explained that the victims were […]
16 Days of Activism: Nigerian govt urged to declare protection of women, children national priority
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence has once again drawn attention to the rising cases of abuse affecting women and children in Nigeria. Advocacy groups and human rights organisations say the Nigerian government must take stronger steps to protect vulnerable people. According to them, the campaign should not end with awareness alone—it must […]
Kwara earmarks N8.1b for retirees
The Kwara State Government has approved ₦8.1 billion for the payment of gratuities to retired state and local government workers. The announcement was made by the Commissioner for Finance, Dr. Hawa Nuhu, during the third-quarter inter-ministerial briefing held on Tuesday at the Ministry of Finance Conference Hall in Ilorin. According to Dr. Nuhu, ₦5.6 billion […]
Return recovered N32.7bn and $445,000 loot to NSIPA – Falana tells EFCC
Femi Falana, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and human rights lawyer, has asked the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to transfer N32.7 billion and $445,000. Recovered from officials of the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development to the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) so the money can be used for […]
Germany, EU engage Nigerians on social protection
The German government, through the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), together with the European Union, has brought together Nigerian media experts and civil society groups from Adamawa and Borno states to talk about social protection. On Tuesday, at the start of a three-day meeting in Abuja, Gyanggyang Terkura Yimave, the Head of Social Protection […]
Anambra State Cracks Down on Syndicates Exploiting Children for Begging
The Anambra State Government has recently intensified its efforts to combat the exploitation of children by begging syndicates in Awka. In a significant operation, 16 individuals, including both adults and children, were apprehended for their involvement in these activities. The Ministry of Women and Social Welfare, in partnership with the Awka Capital Development Authority (ACTDA), […]