Author: Akintayo Adams

The Federal Government has directed universities to establish Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs) to address cases of sexual harassment and ensure timely intervention within the university community. Related || 63% of Female Students harassed in 12 Nigerian Universities – Report Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim, made this call at a national summit on sexual harassment in tertiary education in Nigeria. She emphasized that sexual harassment is a global menace and a pervasive violation of human rights, particularly against women and girls. The minister highlighted the administration’s commitment to zero-tolerance against gender-based violence through several initiatives. This move aims to…

The Naira crashed against the Dollar on Monday, November 25, 2024. The Naira weakened to N1,675.62 per Dollar from N1,652.62 on Friday. At the black market, it depreciated to N1,755 per Dollar from N1,750. The FX transaction turnover also dropped significantly to $108.79 million from $243.05 million recorded on Friday. Get instant and latest news updates via our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter, or Google News online channel.

The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has revealed that 30% of Nigerian women aged 15 to 49 have experienced physical or sexual violence. This alarming statistic was shared during a media briefing in Abuja to kick off the 2024 “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence” campaign. Sulaiman-Ibrahim emphasized the urgent need to address this widespread issue, which she described as a societal challenge hindering national development. She highlighted the rising rates of abuse, especially among vulnerable groups, including women in conflict zones, girls with disabilities, and young girls in rural areas. While acknowledging progress in legislative reforms, such…

G7 leaders recently convened to discuss the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This meeting took place in Fiuggi, Italy, and was attended by foreign ministers from the G7 nations, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Japan, and Italy. The ICC issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu, former Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military leader Mohammed Deif, citing alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the Gaza conflict. The G7 ministers aimed to reach a unified stance on the ICC’s decision, which has sparked varied reactions globally.…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced that Nigeria is on track to become a $1 trillion economy by 2030. This ambitious goal was highlighted during the 29th Nigeria Economic Summit in Abuja, where Tinubu emphasized the importance of double-digit, inclusive, sustainable, and competitive growth. The recent third-quarter GDP growth of 3.46% has bolstered this vision, showing a positive trend compared to the 3.19% growth in the second quarter of 2024. Key sectors contributing to this growth include Agriculture, ICT, Trade, Manufacturing, Crude Oil, Finance & Insurance, and Real Estate. Tinubu’s administration is committed to implementing reforms and policies that will…

Femi Adebayo’s Netflix Original Yoruba movie, Jagun Jagun, made a stunning impact at the 2024 Best of Nollywood Awards (BON), securing victories in six categories. This film, which captivated audiences with its epic storytelling and cultural richness, emerged as a standout in a highly competitive year. The categories in which Jagun Jagun triumphed include: The 16th edition of the BON Awards was a grand event hosted by the talented Toyin Abraham at the Sugar Factory Film Studios on Sunday night in Ilorin, Kwara State. Jagun Jagun had garnered nominations in an impressive 12 categories, reflecting its broad appeal and excellence…

Nigeria’s unemployment rate slowed to 4.3% in the second quarter (Q2) of 2024, down from 5.3% in the first quarter (Q1), according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The Nigeria Labour Force Survey Q2 2024 revealed that the unemployment rate stood at 5.2% in urban areas and 2.8% in rural regions. Key Highlights The report also highlighted the need for greater inclusivity and targeted support to improve engagement among people with disabilities, as only 36.7% of those with disabilities participate in labour-related activities compared to 80.0% of individuals without disabilities. Get instant and latest news updates via our WhatsApp Community, X/Twitter, or Google…

Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 3.46% in real terms during the third quarter of 2024, according to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This marks an increase from the 2.54% growth recorded in the same period last year and the 3.19% growth observed in the second quarter of 2024. Sectoral Performance Economic Indicators The federal government announced plans to rebase the country’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) and GDP by 2025 to enhance policy accuracy and boost investor confidence. This rebasing effort will provide a clearer and more reliable depiction of the economy. Get instant and latest news updates…

Uruguay has elected Yamandú Orsi, the left-wing candidate of the Frente Amplio (Broad Front) coalition, as its next president, ending five years of conservative rule. Official results confirmed Orsi’s victory in a tightly contested runoff election held on Sunday, November 24, 2024. Orsi, who campaigned on a platform of unity and dialogue, secured 49.8% of the vote against 45.9% for Alvaro Delgado of the center-right National Party. In his victory speech, Orsi promised to lead a government that seeks national consensus. “I will call again and again for dialogue to find the best solutions,” he told supporters in the capital,…

The UN Women and the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) have released their Gender-Based Violence report. The report reveals that intimate partners or family members killed 140 women and girls daily in 2023, marking a slight increase from 2022. This translates to one woman being killed every 10 minutes. The report emphasizes that the home is the most dangerous place for women and girls. In 2023, 51,100 women and girls lost their lives, compared to 48,800 in 2022. Africa faced the highest incidence, with approximately 21,700 victims, making it the region with the highest frequency of such violence.…