A Non-governmental Organisation, the Life After Abuse Foundation has decried United Nation’s systemic gender bias against men while urging it to commit more to promoting gender equality and recognition for men. The Founder and President of the Foundation, Ms Halima Layeni, said this in a statement on Sunday in Lagos. Layeni, who referenced the UN’s disposition to Father’s Day, men and their contributions to society said the UN has never acknowledged the importance of celebrating men and their contributions to society. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Father’s Day is celebrated worldwide to recognise the contribution that fathers and…
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Troops of the Nigerian Army, on special security patrols during the Eid al-Kabir celebrations in Giwa Local Government Area, have successfully neutralized a terrorist identified as Daushe, an associate of the infamous bandit commander Buharin Yadi. The Nigerian Army disclosed this achievement in a statement posted on X.com on Sunday. The statement detailed the proactive measures taken by the troops to ensure a secure environment for all residents during the Eid-El-Kabir celebrations. “In a proactive move to safeguard the lives and properties of citizens during the ongoing Eid-El-Kabir celebration in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State, troops deployed for…
At the recent G7 summit in Italy, the G7 leaders pledged their support for President William Ruto’s ambitious plan to enhance Africa’s development. President Ruto’s call for reforming the international financial architecture resonated with the G7, leading to a commitment to modernize financial systems to promote equity and inclusion for the Global South, especially Africa. The G7 has agreed to champion reforms in the international financial system to ensure it meets the needs of developing nations. This includes providing Africa with access to concessional, long-term, and agile finance and enhancing their participation in global decision-making processes. Moreover, the…
The Ogun State Police Command has announced security measures, including 24-hour patrols along key routes such as the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Kara Long Bridge, and Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode-Benin Expressway for the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. The State Command’s spokesperson, SP Omolola Odutola, highlighted that police visibility will be heightened in several flashpoints including Onigari, Long Bridge, Alapako, and Sango/Ijoko. Commissioner of Police Abiodun Alamutu has deployed a robust security strategy to maintain order and safety during the festivities. Officers will conduct stop and search operations in critical locations such as State Judiciary road headquarters, Tasued junction, Ogunmakin, Foursquare, Kemta, Odogbolu, Ogbere junction, and…
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has issued a dire warning about the heightened vulnerability of children under five during cholera outbreaks. According to Celine Lafoucrier, Chief of the UNICEF Lagos Field Office, these young children are particularly susceptible to severe dehydration and higher mortality rates, necessitating urgent and targeted intervention. In a statement released on Saturday, Lafoucrier stated the need for state policies to prioritize the provision of high-standard water and sanitation facilities. She highlighted the importance of fortified healthcare systems capable of meeting the increased demands during cholera outbreaks. “Recurrent cholera outbreaks critically affect children and…
Recent polls indicate that former President Donald Trump might be at risk of losing his lead in Florida, a state he previously won in the 2016 and 2020 elections. The latest surveys reveal a tightening race between Trump and President Joe Biden, suggesting a competitive 2024 election in what has traditionally been a key battleground state. A poll conducted by Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and Mainstreet Research on June 8-9 among 883 registered voters shows Trump leading Biden by four points, with 46% to Biden’s 42%. This marks a decline from April, where Trump held a 50% to 42% lead.…
A federal judge has blocked President Biden’s expansion of Title IX in four states, citing the mandatory gender identity protections as an “abuse of power.” U.S. District Judge Terry Doughty issued a preliminary injunction on Thursday, describing the Biden administration’s unilateral changes to Title IX as a “threat to democracy.” “This case demonstrates the abuse of power by executive federal agencies in the rulemaking process,” Doughty stated in his ruling. “The separation of powers and system of checks and balances exist in this country for a reason.” Judge Doughty ruled that the term “gender discrimination,” as used when Title IX…
Former President Donald Trump celebrated his 78th birthday in a packed Palm Beach Convention Center on Friday night, joined by supporters and Republican Sen. Marco Rubio. The event featured Trump’s usual critiques of President Biden, particularly on immigration and foreign policy. “Under my leadership, we had no wars,” Trump proclaimed. “Instead of a globalist warmonger in the White House, you had a peacemaker at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.” Trump capitalized on the recent arrests of eight Tajik nationals with alleged ISIS links, who had entered the U.S. via the Mexico border without proper documentation. “Our country has never been in danger…
On friday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of a challenge to the federal ban on gun bump stocks, a decision that marks a major development in gun rights legislation. The 6-3 ruling, led by conservative justices, upheld a lower court’s decision siding with Michael Cargill, an Austin-based gun shop owner and gun rights advocate. The federal bump stock ban was enacted during the Trump administration in response to the 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting, which resulted in 58 deaths and hundreds of injuries. The devices allow semi-automatic weapons to fire at a rate similar to that of machine…
The Department of State Services (DSS) has issued a strong advisory urging Muslims and the general public to exercise heightened vigilance during Eid-el-Kabir celebrations. In a statement released on Saturday, Peter Afunanya, Director of Public Relations and Strategic Communications at DSS, emphasized the importance of adhering to personal security protocols. He stated the need for operators and visitors of public places such as malls, parks, and railway stations to strictly comply with established safety measures to ensure public safety. “It is strongly advised that while engaging in religious and social activities during the period, celebrants should be cautious and observe…
More than 1.5 million Muslims will pray on Mount Arafat on Saturday, the high-point and most gruelling day of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. Worshippers from all over the world will climb the rocky, 70-metre (230-feet) hill, about 20 kilometres (12 miles) from Mecca, where the Prophet Mohammed is believed to have given his last sermon. The desert summer heat is expected to hit 43 degrees Celsius (109.4 degrees Fahrenheit), creating challenges especially among the elderly during a day of prayer and reciting the Koran. The hajj, which takes at least five days to complete and is mostly outdoors, “is not…
President Bola Tinubu has officially approved the reconstitution of Governing Councils and Boards for federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across Nigeria. This announcement was made in a statement released on Friday by Nnamdi Mbaeri, the Permanent Secretary for General Services in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation. The reconstitution aims to enhance the effective management of Nigerian tertiary institutions. According to the statement, “His Excellency, President Bola Tinubu, has approved the reconstitution of Governing Councils and Boards of Federal Universities, Polytechnics and Colleges of Education for the effective management of Nigerian tertiary institutions…