PHOTO NEWS: ECOWAS Parliament Meets to Strengthen Child Protection in West Africa

PHOTO NEWS: ECOWAS Parliament Meets to Strengthen Child Protection in West Africa

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The ECOWAS Parliament has convened a Joint Committee Meeting in Freetown, Sierra Leone, focusing on strengthening child protection across the region. The meeting brought together committees on social affairs, legal affairs, trade, and political affairs to address issues related to children in street situations and child exploitation. The meeting aimed to facilitate dialogue, field visits, and collaborative action to deliver stronger protections for vulnerable children. […]

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Nigerian Air Force launches training to strengthen civilian protection during operations

By Zainab Uzomah|Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it remains committed to protecting civilians while maintaining pressure on terrorist groups across different operational theatres in the country. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, made the remarks during the inauguration of the Basic Civilian Harm Mitigation (CHM) Course 1/2026 at the Air Warfare and Doctrine Centre in Abuja on Monday. According to a statement signed […]

March 11, 2026 13

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FG Restates Trust in NSCDC for Safe Schools Protection

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Federal Government has reaffirmed its confidence in the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) as the lead agency in securing schools and students nationwide. This assurance came from the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, during a working visit to the NSCDC National Headquarters in Abuja. He emphasized that the Ministry has established a dedicated Department of Safe Schools to provide […]

February 15, 2026 12

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NSCDC Boss Charges Personnel on Professionalism, Integrity in VIP Protection

By Toffa Momoh | Abuja The Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Prof. Ahmed Abubakar Audi, mni, OFR, has issued a stern mandate to officers to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and commitment in the protection of Very Important Persons (VIPs). The CG gave this charge during his keynote address at a three-day VIP leadership and management workshop held at the NSCDC […]

February 9, 2026 10

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US–Nigeria Security Talks Highlight Gains in Counter-Terrorism but Renew Calls for Stronger Protection of Christian Communities

By Zainab Uzomah Nigeria and the United States have reaffirmed their expanding security partnership, with senior officials from both countries meeting in Abuja for a high-level Working Group focused on civilian protection, counter-terrorism and religious freedom. The National Security Adviser (NSA) said the meeting reflected a “mature and evolving strategic relationship,” marking the third major US engagement with Nigeria since late 2025. The talks follow Washington’s designation of Nigeria as […]

January 24, 2026 14

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WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY 2024: NHRC Vows To Uphold Protection Of Press Freedom In Nigeria

By Toffa Momoh, Abuja The National Human Rights Commission, NHRC, has assured Nigerians of the promotion and protection of their fundamental human rights including right to freedom of expression and the press in all circumstances. In a statement signed by the NHRC'sDirector of Corporate Affairs and External Linkages, Obinna Nwakonye, marking the 2024 World Press Freedom Day, the Executive Secretary of the NHRC, Tony Ojukwu, SAN, reaffirmed the commitment of […]

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