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Ford Foundation, dRPC Back GBV Manual On Islamic Perspectives, Stigmatization

23.09.2025

The Development Research and Projects Centre (dRPC), with support from the Ford Foundation, has developed a manual on Islamic perspectives on Gender-Based Violence (GBV), as well as a second manual addressing double stigmatization. The manuals, translated into Hausa, will be launched on September 21 in Abuja. Speaking with journalists in Sokoto on Monday, Ahmed Umar...

I’ve Absolute Confidence In Your Capacity, Sardauna Tells Emir Of Zuru

23.09.2025

The Executive Secretary of the Lake Chad Commission and Sardaunan Zuru, Alhaji Muhammad Nuhu, has congratulated the new Emir of Zuru, Alhaji Muhammad Sami, Sami Gomo III, on his appointment and expressed confidence in his ability to lead the emirate to greater heights. A statement issued by Abdullahi Idris Zuru, Sadaukin Zuru, further stated that...

eHealth Africa Pushes For African-Led Innovation In Sustainable Devt

23.09.2025

As the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA80) convenes in New York, eHealth Africa (eHA) is spotlighting the power of African-led innovation in driving sustainable futures. In partnership with Population Services International (PSI), Population Council, and Reach Digital Health, eHA will host a high-level side event on September 24 titled “African-led Innovation: Shaping Sustainable Futures...

Corrupt High Profile Nigerians Risk Visa Ban, US Warns

23.09.2025

The United States has once again warned that corrupt Nigerian government officials risk visa restrictions. In a statement posted on its official X handle yesterday, the US Mission in Nigeria said fighting corruption has no borders and that accountability extends to highprofile individuals. “Fighting corruption knows no borders or limits on accountability. Even when high-profile...

Ogun Has No Reason To Block Daniel’s Projects, He Should Follow Due Process –Govt

23.09.2025

The Ogun State G o v e r n m e n t has dismissed claims that it is deliberately frustrating road projects initiated by Senator Gbenga Daniel, a former governor of the state, noting that it seeks coordination, not obstruction of development projects. The government made this indication through the Special Adviser on Media...

Top 15 News Roundup For Latest Nigeria News September 23

23.09.2025

Here is New Telegraph’s roundup of the top 15 latest Nigerian news making headlines today, Monday, September 22nd, 2025. UNGA 80: Shettima Markets Nigeria’s $200bn Energy Transition Opportunity To Investors Vice President Kashim Shettima has showcased Nigeria’s $200 billion energy transition opportunity to investors, emphasising the need for partnerships to maximise the multi-faceted, multi-billion-dollar investment opportunities...

Bbnaija S10: Kay Bobo Secures Final Spot With N10m Immunity Deal

23.09.2025

Big Brother Naija Season 10 housemate, Kay Bobo, yesterday evening secured a guaranteed spot in the finale after answering the mysterious red phone in the house. The call by a Big Brother Naija representative with a feminine voice, which came with a shocking twist, offered him immunity at the cost of N10million deducted from the...

APGA Carpets Ukachukwu Over Video Of 28.1 K+m Anambra Road Project

23.09.2025

The All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA)in Anambra state has carpeted the gubernatorial candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu, over what it called a fake video on the 28.1 km Mkpunando- Enugu Otu – Eziagulotu road project in Anambra East Local Government Area. In the said viral video, portions of the road...

Wike’s Group Faults Fubara’s Airport Reception

23.09.2025

The Grassroots Democratic Initiative (GDI), a group that carries out political campaigns for the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has faulted the reception that supporters of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara accorded him at the Omagwa International Airport Omagwa. The president-general of GDI, Bright Amaewhule, said Fubara should not have allowed...

2027: Sokoto APC Slams Tambuwal’s Political Legacy

23.09.2025

The All Progressives Congress (APC), Sokoto State chapter, has described the eight-year administration of former Governor Aminu Tambuwal, as “an era of stagnation and asset stripping.” State Chairman of the party, Alhaji Isa Sadiq Achida, also accused Tambuwal of refusing to formally hand over to Governor Ahmed Aliyu in 2023 to avoid being documented as...