UN CSW70: Engagement, advancing justice for women empowerment

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By Dr. Jumai Ahmadu At the 70th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70), the global community once again affirmed a powerful truth: justice for women and girls is the cornerstone of sustainable development, peace, and equality. Yet, beyond the declarations and negotiated texts lies a more important question ,how do we translate global commitments into real impact at the grassroots? For us at the Helpline Social Support Initiative Abuja, in collaboration with DEPOWA and our global partners, our CSW70 Side Event was not just another…

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Sultan declares today Eid-el-Fitr, as Ramadan ends

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Sultan declares Ramadan end

…Demands offensive against terrorists Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has officially declared today Friday, March 20, 2026, as the first day of Shawwal 1447AH, marking the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr after the non-sighting of the crescent moon. The announcement, conveyed in a statement signed by Sambo Wali Junaidu on behalf of the Sultanate Council, in collaboration with the National Moon Sighting Committee, confirmed that no credible reports of the Shawwal moon were received on Wednesday, March 18 – the 29th day of Ramadan. Consequently, Thursday, March 19, was declared…

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Nigeria’s power crisis deepens, as GenCos shut down

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GenCos shut down

The Association of Power Generation Companies (APGC) said the situation is making it difficult for GenCos to maintain their equipment, buy gas, and cover basic running costs. Nigeria’s power generation companies (GenCos) are warning that many of them are shutting down due to a huge debt of about ₦6.8 trillion. The Association of Power Generation Companies (APGC) said the situation is making it difficult for GenCos to maintain their equipment, buy gas, and cover basic running costs. According to APGC’s CEO, Dr. Joy Ogaji, the unstable national grid is also…

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Nigeria ranks 4th in ‘Global Terrorism Index’ – Report

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Nigeria on Global Terrorism

…Borno attacks among deadliest Nigeria has emerged as one of the countries with the sharpest rise in terrorism-related fatalities worldwide, even as global figures show a significant decline in overall terror deaths.  This troubling development is contained in the 2026 edition of the Global Terrorism Index (GTI), which paints a sobering picture of the security landscape in parts of Africa, particularly Nigeria. According to the report, Nigeria recorded the largest increase in terrorism fatalities in 2025, with deaths rising by 46 percent to a total of 750. The document attributes…

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“Nigerian jollof ‘best in Africa’ – King Charles declares at State Banquet

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King Charles declares at Banquet

…Hails Nigeria as Tinubu wraps historic UK visit A blend of humour, cultural celebration, and high-level diplomacy marked the climax of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s historic state visit to the United Kingdom, as King Charles III declared Nigerian jollof rice “the best in Africa” while reaffirming strong bilateral ties between both nations. Speaking during a grand state banquet held in honour of President Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, the British monarch drew laughter with a playful nod to the long-running “jollof wars” among West African countries. “Only last week,…

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Retired police officers plan protest at Aso Villa

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Police officers plan protest

The Union of Retired Police Officers under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) has announced plans to stage a peaceful protest at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday next week, if the Bill to exit the Nigeria Police from the CPS remains unsigned by the deadline. Chairman of Kaduna State Chapter, retired Chief Superintendent of Police Mannir M. Lawal (Zaria), and the retired Assistant Superintendent of Police Ɗanlami Maigamo, stated this in a press statement jointly signed and made available to VoL in Kaduna. According to the statement, this follows the outcome…

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“I have no regrets concerning what I did in office” – Malami

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Malami on regrets

Former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, has said he has no regrets over his actions while in office, as he continues to face a series of legal challenges following his recent release from custody. Malami made the remarks in an interview conducted shortly after regaining his freedom, speaking in Hausa about his experience in detention and the ongoing case against him. The former minister, alongside his wife, Bashir Asabe, and son, AbdulAziz Malami, is facing a 16-count charge bordering on alleged money laundering, brought by…

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U.S. imposes $15,000 visa bond on Nigerians, others

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U.S. visa bond

The United States has introduced stricter immigration rules that will affect Nigerians and travellers from about 50 countries. Under the new policy, some visa applicants may be required to pay a refundable bond of up to $15,000 before they are allowed to enter the U.S. This rule will start on April 2, 2026, and mainly applies to people applying for B1/B2 visas, which are used for business or tourism visits. The money paid as a bond will be returned if the traveller follows all visa rules, especially leaving the United…

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Eid-el-Fitr: Ramalan, Liberty TVR Boss felicitate Muslims

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Ramalan felicitate Muslims

…Urges peace, unity Executive Chairman Liberty TVR Alhaji (Dr.) Ahmed Tijjani Ramalan, has extended warm felicitations to Muslim faithful across the country on the successful completion of the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement issued in Abuja yesterday, Ramalan described Ramadan as a sacred period marked by deep reflection, devotion, self-discipline, and renewed commitment to the service of Almighty Allah and humanity. He commended Muslims for their steadfastness throughout the 30-day fast, noting that beyond abstaining from food and drink, the season was characterised by increased acts of charity,…

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Borno Attack: Tinubu orders S’Chiefs to Maiduguri

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Tinubu orders S'Chiefs

…As Army warns of more suicide bombers President Bola Tinubu has ordered the nation’s Service Chiefs to relocate immediately to Maiduguri, Borno state, following a wave of deadly bombings that have heightened fears of renewed insurgent attacks in the region. The directive comes amid fresh security warnings from the Nigerian Army about the possible presence of additional suicide bombers in the city after coordinated explosions on Monday evening killed at least 23 people and injured over 100 others. The attacks, reportedly carried out by suspected Boko Haram fighters, struck crowded…

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