…people. I applaud your resolve to tackle the issues plaguing your nation, especially the violence affecting Christian communities, and it is a true honour to stand with you in the fight against terrorists and to make the Federal Republic of Nigeria stronger and more prosperous. “The United States-Nigeria relationship i…

The Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Abimbola Owoade I, has approved a slight modification to this year’s Oro Festival to enable female candidates sitting the Basic Education Certificate Examination to write their examinations. The announcement was contained in a statement issued by the Director of Media and Publicity to the Alaafi…

…that night and it was okay. "No one, male or female should justify GR@PE!!! #stopviolenceagainstwomen #StopvictimBlaming #stopvictimshaming #womensrights #ProtectOurChildren #protectthegirl." by Linda Ikeji at 22/07/2026 3:27 PM | Share this Story

…lady suggests women should stop having male children due to high rate of gender-based violence A Nigerian lady, Chidimma Dove Leonard, has been facing backlash on Facebook after she suggested that women should stop having male children due to the high rate of gender-based violence against women and girls. "This is an u…

…warning to others in the Big Apple. "Today's outcome sends a clear message: this type of violence will never be tolerated in New York," FBI Assistant Director in Charge James C. Barnacle, Jr. said. "The FBI New York Safe Streets Task Force remains steadfast in our mission to dismantle violent gangs, protect the Americ…

…legally resident in South Africa have continued to face recurring waves of xenophobic violence for nearly two decades. He said, “Nigerians residing lawfully in the Republic of South Africa have, for nearly two decades, remained recurrent targets of xenophobic violence characterised by killings, mob attacks, physical as…

…for stronger collaboration and decentralisation in security operations to combat rising violence and crime.

…steadfast in its commitment to ending witchcraft branding, protecting children from violence, and ensuring that perpetrators of child abuse are brought to justice. "The campaign against witchcraft branding is gaining momentum, and we will continue to work tirelessly until every child is free from harmful accusations, a…

…it deepens the wound. It also sends a dangerous signal to would-be recruits that violence may be followed by a soft landing, rehabilitation and eventual release. In a country already contending with banditry, kidnapping and insurgent splintering, that is an invitation to more bloodshed. There is also the question of pu…

…of, "r@ape which is contrary to and punishable under Section 3(1)(a) and (2) of the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition and Protection) Law of Anambra State, 2017, and 7 years for offensive conduct, which is contrary to and punishable under Section 7 of the same Law." It was gathered that the defendant, also a church…

…their relationship.Reactions as Tunmise, Ivana’s lover, breaks silence on domestic violence allegations. Photo credit@ivana> She also posted videos and voice notes from their conversations, which she claimed showed him verbally abusing her.Responding in another viral video, Tunmise was seen having a phone conversation…

Popular TikToker Ivana publicly called out her lover, Tunmise, over alleged domestic violence in a series of posts on Saturday, July 18Ivana shared evidence of physical wounds and claimed Tunmise pushed her down a staircase and choked her, causing a seizureShe also admitted to cheating on Tunmise, saying the trauma of…

…participated in the West Africa Female Parliamentarians Peer Review Conference on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), held in Accra, Ghana. The three-day conference, organised by the Women in Politics Forum (WIPF) with the support of UN Women West and Central Africa Regional Office and the European Union, b…

…while widows, orphans and the elderly struggle to rebuild lives repeatedly disrupted by violence. Recent attacks Within the last five months, Plateau State has witnessed several deadly attacks, including April 2026 (Palm Sunday): Gunmen attacked communities in Barkin Ladi, leaving scores of residents dead and several h…

…bandits on three communities in Sabon Birni local government area of Sokoto State.The violence stretched from Thursday evening into Friday morning, Juky 187, 2026, across three villages.Fresh bandit attacks in Sokoto leave 13 people dead. Photo >As reported by Daily Trust, six residents were killed in Mazau, four in Tu…

…settlement expansion and annexation” has displaced over 36,000 Palestinians amid violence by security forces and settlers. The agency’s 12-month investigation documented 1,732 incidents of settler violence resulting in casualties or property damage, harassment, intimidation, and destruction of homes and farmland. EU al…

…relentlessly pursue and bring to justice every individual connected with acts of mob violence, extrajudicial k!llings and other forms of criminality, irrespective of their status or influence. "The Akwa Ibom State Police Command remains resolute in its commitment to protecting the sanctity of human life, upholding the…

…in the state is concerned saying that he was sure that the election would be devoid of violence. Daniel said that the fact that both the supporters of Adebutu and Yayi were chanting songs in support of their governorship candidates give no cause for alarm as it was all a game of politics that is always played with sens…

…Center for booking.Desiigner has been charged with one count of second-degree domestic violence and three counts of malicious injury to animals or personal property involving damage valued between $2,000 and $10,000. The allegations contained in the police report have not been tested in court, and Desiigner has not pub…

…zones like Sierra Leone, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo were fueling violence, it backed the Kimberley Process under which diamonds from those countries were banned from reaching the international market. In fact, former Liberian President Charles Taylor is serving a 50-year sentence for allegedly aiding S…

…commitment to protecting children and other vulnerable members of society from abuse, violence and exploitation. Ohagwu also urged members of the public to promptly report cases of child abuse, domestic violence and related offences to the nearest police station, assuring that offenders would be brought to justice.

…on Protocol, Ambassador Issa Niniola, condemned the attack and alleged that the violence was politically motivated, saying “Those released from prison are being armed to unleash violence on our members and create fear among voters. We want the international community to take note of what is happening in Osun. The claim…

…The organisation urged eligible youths to register and vote, reject misinformation, violence and hate speech, and hold political leaders accountable based on issues rather than personalities. Yiaga Africa, which supports the Youth Town Hall through the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria programm…

…man was found lying unconscious by the roadside without any visible injuries or signs of violence. “The victim was discovered by Police Operatives attached to B Division on a midday patrol on 15th July 2026 around Oby Okoli Avenue, UNIZIK Temporary Site, Awka. He was lying unconscious by the roadside with no visible si…

…all US assistance to Nigeria until the country meets specific conditions to tackle violence has been adopted by the House of Representatives. The amendment, approved by a voice vote on Wednesday, was added to the fiscal 2027 State Department spending bill, which the House later passed 217-209 largely along party lines.…