Education

CSACEFA, Educare Trust Raise Alarm Over Poor State of Basic Education in Oyo State

Stakeholders in the education sector have raised serious concerns over the state of basic education in Oyo State, highlighting poor ...

March 26, 2026
A group of women standing out door holding a banner with the inscription 'Training on women for women to protect ekuri forest resources and biodiversity' 25 March 2026. At the top of the banner is the RDI logo
Environment

RDI Trains Female Journalists, Rural Women on Illegal Logging, Deforestation

The Renevlyn Development Initiative has trained women journalists and rural women to address illegal logging activities and climate-induced deforestation in ...

March 26, 2026
Disability

CDIA, GADIM Partner to Transform Disability Representation in Media

In a landmark move aimed at reshaping how disability is portrayed across media landscapes, the Centre for Disability and Inclusion ...

March 26, 2026
March 2026, Kenya - Colourful strands of beads and materials arranged on display, used by artisans to create handcrafted beadwork accessories and decorative pieces.
News

Two Crafts, One Business: How Kakuma Artisans Are Joining Forces

Rodger Mugaragu sews bags at Kakuma Refugee Camp in Kenya. Nancy Akai decorates them with beadwork in nearby host community. ...

March 25, 2026
News

IPC, MRA Condemn Police Assault on Journalist Covering Eid Durbar in Bauchi

The International Press Centre (IPC) and Media Rights Agenda (MRA) have condemned the assault on an Albarka Radio journalist, Mohammed ...

March 23, 2026
Logo of the Council of Traditional Leaders of Africa (COTLA). The circular emblem features a colorful map of Africa in the center, set against a green globe background. The map is divided into regions colored in orange, purple, blue, and pink. Surrounding the globe is a blue border containing the organization's name in both English and French: "COUNCIL OF TRADITIONAL LEADERS OF AFRICA (COTLA)" and "CONSEIL DES AUTORITÉS TRADITIONNELLES D'AFRIQUE (CONATA)." A blue and gold crown sits atop the circle, and a flowing blue ribbon at the bottom displays the acronym "COTLA/CONATA" in large yellow letters.
Human Rights

African Traditional Leaders, COTLA Condemns Ozoro Sexual Violence, Demands Justice

The Council of Traditional Leaders of Africa has strongly condemned the reports of sexual violence against women and girls allegedly ...

March 23, 2026
Tracy Ohovwore standing outdoor
Environment

World Water Day: RDI Urges Nigerian Government to Adopt Gender-Responsive Water Policies

The Renevlyn Development Initiative has urged the Federal and State Governments to adopt gender-conscious approaches when formulating policies to address ...

March 22, 2026
A collage of the water facility in Maitsaidu, Makoda LGA and the small-town water scheme in Akpan-Okoyong, Odukpani LGA.
Features

Community Ownership Sustains WASH Interventions in Kano, Struggles in Cross River

In Maitsidau community of Makoda Local Government Area of Kano State, getting water for basic household consumption required travelling long ...

March 22, 2026
Disability

LASODA Empowers Civil Servants with Disabilities with Work Tools to Boost Productivity

The Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs (LASODA) has equipped civil servants with disabilities across the state with assistive work ...

March 19, 2026
AI-generated image of a visually impaired man attempting to operate an ATM independently, highlighting the challenges many blind customers face due to the lack of accessible banking machines in Nigeria.
Disability

Marginalised, defrauded: How Nigeria’s inaccessible ATMs expose visually impaired customers to risk

By Emmanuel Oluwadola Born with visual impairment, Azeez Olajumoke, stood quietly in a queue to withdraw cash at a local ...

March 17, 2026
A man sitting indoors wearing a cap and glasses. His hands are on the table in front of him
Journalism

Tinubu Backs Media’s Fight Against Big Tech, Promises Tariff Relief

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged his government's support for the Nigerian media's campaign against ‘Big Tech’ dominance, anti-competitive activities, ...

March 16, 2026
Anti-demolition protesters flag placards and pictures of children who have died as a result of forced demolition. Photo: Lekan Fagbenro
Opinion

Makoko and the Politics of Displacement in Lagos

By Zikora Ibeh One fact is now unmistakable. The Lagos State Government appears determined to empty Makoko of its inhabitants. ...

March 16, 2026
News

NCPWD Seeks Partnership to Strengthen Disability Data Management in Nigeria

The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has called for strategic collaboration with development partners to strengthen disability data ...

March 15, 2026
International Press Institute Spotlights Stories of Women Journalists Imprisoned Worldwide on IWD 2026
News

International Press Institute Spotlights Stories of Women Journalists Imprisoned Worldwide on IWD 2026

On International Women’s Day 2026, the International Press Institute (IPI) has spotlighted the stories of women journalists imprisoned around the ...

March 14, 2026
UNHCR Launches Pro Bono Legal Roster to Strengthen Access to Justice in ECOWAS Region
News

UNHCR Launches Pro Bono Legal Roster to Strengthen Access to Justice in ECOWAS Region

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), in collaboration with civil society partners, bar associations, and universities, has launched ...

March 14, 2026
United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres
News

UN Secretary-General Calls for Global Inputs on Report on Death Penalty Moratorium

The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, is inviting governments, civil society organisations, and individuals around the world to submit inputs ...

March 14, 2026
Health

A Price Too Low: Why Nigeria Must Increase SSB Tax from N10 to N130/Litre

Heightened tensions often accompany parliamentary public hearings in Nigeria, and it was no different on Thursday, 27 November 2025, brewed ...

March 13, 2026
News

IWD: France Launches Art X Impact Campaign to Promote Women’s Rights in Nigeria

The Embassy of France in Nigeria has launched the Art X Impact campaign to commemorate International Women’s Day 2026, using ...

March 11, 2026
News

Innocent Chukwuma Social Impact Fellows Donate Recycled Clothing to Inmates in Ogun

Fellows of the Innocent Chukwuma Social Impact Fellowship have donated 100 pieces of clothing to inmates at the Ibara Correctional ...

March 11, 2026
A group of women seated outdoors
News

Groups Empower Lagos Women on Gender Violence, Digital Safety

Women from the Oke-Ira community in Ogba, Lagos State, were engaged in a community dialogue focused on gender-based violence, mental ...

March 10, 2026
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CSACEFA, Educare Trust Raise Alarm Over Poor State of Basic Education in Oyo State March 26, 2026
RDI Trains Female Journalists, Rural Women on Illegal Logging, Deforestation March 26, 2026
CDIA, GADIM Partner to Transform Disability Representation in Media March 26, 2026
Two Crafts, One Business: How Kakuma Artisans Are Joining Forces March 25, 2026
IPC, MRA Condemn Police Assault on Journalist Covering Eid Durbar in Bauchi March 23, 2026
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