CSOs, NHRC Lead Solidarity Walk in Abuja to Mark UN Day Against Torture

CSOs, NHRC Lead Solidarity Walk in Abuja to Mark UN Day Against Torture

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Committee Against Torture in Nigeria, CatNigeria, in partnership with civil society organisations and the National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, staged a solidarity walk in Abuja to mark the 2026 United Nations International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. The walk, held in collaboration with Access to Justice, A2Justice, PRAWA, All Survivors Foundation Forum, ASFF, Legend Golden Care Foundation, and the NHRC, brought together […]

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NDLEA, UNODC Unveil Weeklong Activities for 2026 World Drug Day

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) have announced a weeklong programme of activities to mark the 2026 World Drug Day, with the anti-narcotics agency reaffirming its commitment to dismantling drug trafficking networks and confiscating assets linked to illicit drug trade. The announcement was made during a joint press briefing held at the NDLEA headquarters in Abuja […]

June 22, 2026 8

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WORLD OPTOMETRY DAY 2026: NAF Strengthens Operational Effectiveness in Lagos

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Logistics Command commemorated World Optometry Day with a sensitization lecture and health screening programme for personnel and their families at the Nigerian Air Force Officers’ Mess Gym, Ikeja, Lagos, over the weekend. The event, held under the global theme “A Shared Vision,” aimed to expand access to quality eye care, strengthen professional collaboration, and address emerging vision challenges worldwide. Air […]

April 14, 2026 13

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National Police Day: IGP Disu Leads Parade, Pledges Enhanced Security

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Nigeria Police Force has marked the grand finale of the 2026 National Police Day celebrations with a colorful parade and procession held at the Eagle Square, Abuja, highlighting personnel drawn from various units, formations, and commands of the Force. The event featured a ceremonial parade involving officers of the Nigeria Police Force alongside other security and paramilitary agencies, including the Nigeria Security and Civil […]

April 9, 2026 16

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IGP leads walkathon in Abuja to mark National Police Day

By Zainab Uzomah| Abuja The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday led officers and men of the Nigeria Police Force on a walkathon in Abuja as part of activities to commemorate the 2026 National Police Day. The exercise, which took off from the Force Headquarters and ended at the Unity Fountain, drew participation from police personnel and members of the public. The walkathon, themed “Together We Walk, Together We […]

April 1, 2026 19

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NAFDAC Celebrates Women’s Vital Role in Public Health on International Women’s Day 2026

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has commemorated International Women's Day 2026 with a celebration in Abuja, highlighting the significant contributions of women to public health and national development. The event was held under the theme "Give to Gain". Speaking at the event, NAFDAC's Director-General, Prof. Mojisola Adeyeye, emphasized the importance of recognizing women's resilience and contributions to the agency's […]

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NHRC Holds Town Hall in Bwari, FCT to Mark 2026 International Women’s Day

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has organised a town hall sensitization programme to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day, urging stronger action to protect and advance the rights of women and girls. Speaking at the event, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Tony Ojukwu (SAN) noted that International Women’s Day is not only a moment to celebrate the achievements and resilience of women around […]

March 11, 2026 24

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Nigeria Immigration Service Marks International Women’s Day with Focus on Gender Equality

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has marked this year’s International Women’s Day with a call to strengthen gender equality and the protection of women’s rights within the organisation. The event, held on 6 March at the NIS headquarters in Abuja, was themed “Rights. Justice. Action: Strengthening Gender Mainstreaming in the Nigeria Immigration Service.” According to a statement signed by the Service Public Relations Officer, Deputy Controller of […]

March 9, 2026 19

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COAS Reaffirms Nigeria’s Leadership in West Africa’s Security Architecture at Liberia Armed Forces Day

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has reaffirmed the country’s longstanding leadership role in promoting peace and security across West Africa, saying Liberia’s current stability is the result of purposeful political will, African solidarity, and the sacrifices of Nigerian troops. According to the statement signed by Colonel Appolonia Anele, Acting Director of Army Public Relations, the army chief delivered the remarks on Wednesday […]

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