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Nigeria is establishing a new force of 1,000 forest guards to tackle criminal hideouts in vulnerable woodland areas. The initiative aims to deny armed groups the safe havens they've been using to launch attacks on communities.
Leaders across Nigeria gathered to celebrate Chido Onumah's 60th birthday and three decades of fighting for democratic progress. The symposium brought together government officials, activists, and scholars to honor his work and discuss the power of youth-led movements.
Nigeria is investing in 11,000 young people through skills training, mental health support, and job opportunities to break the cycle between poverty and crime. The Safe Nigeria Initiative tackles the root causes of violence by giving vulnerable youth real alternatives.
Political rivals in Nigeria set aside bitter feuds to comfort former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai after his mother's death. The moment of shared humanity bridges one of the nation's most contentious political divides.
Nigeria just destroyed 2,800 illegal firearms in a single day, marking the country's biggest step yet toward reducing gun violence and terrorism. Since 2021, over 16,000 dangerous weapons have been taken off the streets.
Eight people, including four children, walked free after Nigerian security forces stormed a forest hideout and sent kidnappers fleeing. All victims returned safely to their families after a coordinated rescue in Kaduna State.
Nigeria's annual leadership award celebrates former President Umaru Yar'Adua, whose dedication to transparency and rule of law continues inspiring leaders 16 years after his death. The ceremony recognized individuals following his example of servant leadership.
A Ghanaian beverage company donated products to the National Chief Imam as Ramadan began, helping support spiritual guidance for thousands. The gesture marks the company's second year of recognizing the holy month's importance.
Eight people, including five children, walked free from a forest hideout in Nigeria after security forces tracked down their kidnappers. The rescue operation brought an end to their ordeal without a single injury.
Niger State successfully completed a carefully coordinated operation to transport over 2,000 pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage. The smooth six-flight operation showcased what's possible when government agencies, medical teams, and community leaders work together.
Twenty years after rescuing survivors from a plane crash in rural Nigeria, the 13-year-old hero who saved a general's life just married with his mentor by his side. It's a story of courage rewarded and promises kept.
President John Dramani Mahama delivered a powerful message to Ghana's young people: reject drugs, embrace discipline, and become the generation that transforms the nation. Speaking during Eid al-Adha celebrations, he outlined a vision of youth-led progress built on education and integrity.
Residents of Tudun Wada and Rigasa in Kaduna State are finally getting help to stop the gully erosion that has destroyed homes and farmland for years. The government's ACReSAL project is bringing relief and fair compensation to affected families.
Two major labor unions are rallying thousands to support federal workers who haven't been paid in weeks. The peaceful demonstration shows how solidarity can amplify workers' voices when individual protests fall short.
Nigeria just launched a major upgrade to transform its universities into training hubs for sustainable development professionals. With World Bank backing, six universities will prepare 24,000 Nigerians for careers in environmental protection and ethical procurement.
Nigerian filmmaker Funke Akindele's movie "Behind The Scenes" just became the first Nollywood film to gross over 2.4 billion naira (about $1.5 million USD), shattering industry records. The achievement proves local African stories can compete on the global stage.