Adebayo Oluwaseun

International agencies decry malnutrition crisis in northern Nigeria

International non-governmental organizations have urged Nigeria's government and partners to act swiftly to save 600,000 severely malnourished children in northern states. The appeal came during the 16th Africa Food Security and Nutrition Day commemoration. Without intervention, 96,000 children risk death from October to December 2025.

Vice chancellor urges youths to adopt strategies against poverty

29. oktober 2025 Adebayo Oluwaseun

A vice chancellor has encouraged young people in Nigeria to implement effective strategies to fight poverty.

Saraki receives Africa democracy awards in Nairobi

29. oktober 2025 Adebayo Oluwaseun

Bukola Saraki has received the Africa Democracy Awards in Nairobi, Kenya. The event highlights recognition for contributions to democracy on the continent.

Experts urge national framework for caregiving in Nigeria

Women leaders and experts have called for a national policy to professionalize caregiving during a media roundtable marking the International Day of Care and Support. They highlighted the undervalued role of care work in Nigeria's economy and its disproportionate burden on women. Investing in care systems could unlock economic growth and gender equality.

Reprisal attack on Katsina mosque leaves 50 dead

Gunmen attacked worshippers at a mosque in Unguwan Mantau village, Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State, in August 2025, killing at least 50 people and abducting dozens. The incident occurred during morning prayers as a possible reprisal for an earlier ambush on bandits. Local authorities have reaffirmed support for community security initiatives amid rising banditry in north-western Nigeria.

Senate confirms new service chiefs nominated by Tinubu

29. oktober 2025 Adebayo Oluwaseun

The Nigerian Senate has confirmed the appointments of new service chiefs, including the Chief of Defence Staff, as nominated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The confirmation followed a closed-session screening on Wednesday. This move aims to strengthen the nation's military leadership.

Hopesalive initiative empowers 60 young women with tech skills

The Hopesalive Initiative has trained 60 young women in technology skills to help close the gender gap in the sector. This program aims to boost female participation in tech fields.

Nigeria's pension crisis burdens retired civil servants

In Nigeria, retirement has turned into a struggle for thousands of civil servants who face delays in receiving pensions and gratuities. Elderly pensioners endure long queues and repeated verifications at offices like the PTAD in Abuja, while protests erupt across states demanding unpaid entitlements. The crisis highlights deep-rooted issues of corruption and mismanagement in the pension system.