…actors to obey the law. The Executive Director of the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre, Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, said the major challenge was not the existence of spending limits, but the ability and willingness of electoral authorities and political parties to enforce them. He stated, “The law is very clear; po…

The Centre for Reform and Public Advocacy condemned the Chief Judge's order moving their suit against Tinubu from Kano to AbujaThe group filed the suit on June 26, 2026, raising constitutional questions about the president's academic qualificationsCFRPA is demanding the transfer order be reversed, asking why Tinubu wou…

…of the Lara Olowookere Specialist Hub (LOSH), a specialist Oncology Support and Advocacy facility being donated to Lagos State Ministry of Health, sited at Gbagada General Hospital in Lagos, in memory of the late Mrs Lara Olowookere. The groundbreaking ceremony, held to coincide […] The post Remi and Lara Olowookere Fo…

…the federating units an equal number of votes.” Former international and Chairman of the Advocacy for Nigeria Football Reforms Initiative, Harrison Jalla, also called for government intervention, claiming that the election process is already before the courts. “The election is already sub judice before the Court of App…

…not worth spending.” Similarly, the Executive Director of the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre, Auwal Musa Rafsanjani, questioned the whereabouts of the funds reportedly spent on security. Rafsanjani said if the money had genuinely been spent as claimed, Nigerians should be able to see corresponding improvemen…

…credible and transparent elections in Nigeria. Its members include the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC), CLEEN Foundation, ActionAid Nigeria, Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) and Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD), amongst others.

…said the forum would serve as a platform for constructive engagement, grassroots advocacy and political mobilisation. The group said it would promote and communicate the achievements and developmental initiatives of the present administration, particularly those directly impacting residents. According to the forum, it…

…of the Bar, who recalled his immense contributions to legal scholarship, courtroom advocacy, legal education and mentorship. Among those who mourned him was Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, who described Kasunmu as “a lawyer’s lawyer” and “a gentleman through and through”. In a tribute titled “Professor Alfred Bandele Kasunmu, SAN:…

…than unnecessary confrontation with the government. Also speaking, a representative of Advocacy on Conservation Innovation and Green Initiative Concept, Basiru Okanlawon, said the workshop was important because CSOs needed accurate information to educate communities on the implications of the proposed investment. Okanl…

…we have roles assigned to each of the partners. Rotary’s primary role is fundraising, advocacy, raising awareness, and volunteer mobilisation. For me, my work with polio eradication, throughout the years- and I mean many years- has given me a clear understanding of the practical challenges involved in reaching every ch…

…Osoba had spoken openly about her cancer diagnosis, channelling the experience into advocacy and awareness. A burial announcement on her Instagram page confirmed she would be laid to rest on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Saint James Anglican Church in Iperu Remo, Ogun State, followed by interment at Iperu Remo Cemetery…

…later succumbed to injuries sustained during the assault. Meanwhile, an anti-cultism advocacy platform, Naija Confra, in a post on Saturday, gave further details of the incident, saying it began on Sunday night, August 2, during a birthday celebration. According to the platform, a fight broke out at the event, during w…

…for destructive purposes. He urged religious institutions and networks to strengthen advocacy for peace education, religious literacy, scholarship and the moral development of young people. Tinubu said religious leaders should also use their influence to promote justice, responsibility, compassion and the peaceful reso…

…Lawal said. Similarly, the Executive Director of the Socio-Economic and Civic Rights Advocacy, Emmanuel Olowu, said the political tension was fuelled by the desperation of political actors to win power by all means. Although he acknowledged that the removal of the former Commissioner of Police in the state, Ibrahim Got…

…prosperity, urging Idoma people in the diaspora to complement government efforts through advocacy, investment, philanthropy and knowledge transfer. "The future we desire cannot be built by political leaders alone. It is the collective responsibility of every Idoma son and daughter, whether at home or in the diaspora,"…

…The law, passed unanimously by Colombia’s Congress last week, follows years of advocacy by survivors, Indigenous leaders, healthcare […] The post Colombia outlaws female genital mutilation after years of advocacy appeared first on Tribune Online.

…country’s future now. Speaking on Tuesday at the unveiling of the Leadership for Equity, Advocacy and Development Fellowship, organised by the Gender Mobile Initiative at the National Assembly, Abuja, Abbas said Nigeria’s democratic future depends on raising a generation of ethical, competent and institutionally minded…

…interview with our correspondent, the Executive Director, Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre, Ibrahim Rafsanjani, said the PFIPC scandal raised fundamental questions about the integrity of Nigeria’s public institutions, budgeting system, security architecture and presidential bureaucracy. He said, “CISLAC is not…

…on Monday when the Imo State chapter of the League of Women Voters of Nigeria paid an advocacy visit to members of the Assembly, urging support for the proposed legislation. He told the delegation that if the bill is presented before the 10th Assembly during its tenure, it would receive positive legislative attention,…

…in Nigeria.” Reflection On his part, Executive Director, Civil Society Legislative Advocacy, CISLAC, Comrade Auwal Rafsanjani, while hailing the Appeal Court judgment, said it also serves as a platform for the nation’s judicial stakeholders to have a deep reflection to sanitize the system. Rafsanjani said: “CISLAC welc…

…date. Akingbade’s death concludes a distinguished career committed to environmental advocacy, public awareness, and the promotion of environmental journalism in Nigeria.

…Leadership in Educational Transformation; and Leadership in People-Centred Advocacy and Support for the Underprivileged. The Foundation said nominees for the sectoral awards may come from Nigeria, elsewhere in Africa or any part of the world, provided they have demonstrated sustained, values-driven leadership and achie…

…Population Fund and other stakeholders, had lined up media engagements, youth-centred advocacy programmes, public awareness campaigns and stakeholder consultations to commemorate the 2026 World Population Day. “The message of this year’s World Population Day is clear: the hopes and aspirations of our youths deserve our…

In a demonstration of humanitarian commitment and public health advocacy, the Jos Zone of NBM of Africa Worldwide has conducted a voluntary blood donation exercise at the Plateau State Specialist Hospital, Jos, as part of efforts to strengthen the nation’s healthcare system and save lives. The exercise, conducted in co…

…of Special Programmes, Special Education Desk Officers, development partners, disability advocacy groups, education professionals and other stakeholders to chart a coordinated pathway for implementing inclusive education across Nigeria.