…can resist vote-buying and recognise their rights at the polling unit. “We call on civil society organisations, the media, faith communities, and all Nigerians to continue to speak up, hold the government accountable, and stand with the families whose children are still waiting to come home. “ActionAid Nigeria remains…

…to review the relevant provisions through broad consultations with religious bodies, civil society organisations and other stakeholders to ensure that public safety is promoted without undermining the constitutional guarantees of freedom of religion and expression,” the statement added. The association, however, reaffi…

…to assent to it. It also urged the National Assembly to engage religious organisations, civil society groups and other stakeholders in reviewing the relevant sections of the legislation. According to the association, broader consultations would help ensure that road safety objectives are achieved while respecting the r…

…He also urged the Auditor-General of the Federation, anti-corruption agencies and civil society organisations to independently scrutinise the budget, identify officials responsible for the duplicated allocations, and ensure all improperly appropriated funds are recovered. Atiku pledged that an ADC administration would…

…headquarters in AbujaFind it fast with our new search feature at Legit.ng! A youth-led civil society organisation, Youths Off The Street Initiative (YOTSI), has formally notified the Nigeria Police Force and the Department of State Services (DSS) of its intention to hold a protest in Abuja on August 17, 2026, over what…

…the Federal Government, Plateau State Government, security agencies, traditional rulers, civil society organisations and residents to unite in confronting terrorism, banditry and violent criminality. It also recommended the expansion of intelligence-led security deployments beyond Barkin Ladi to other vulnerable local…

…joint operations and capacity-building initiatives involving security agencies and civil society organisations.Alfred warned that traffickers often deceive victims with promises of employment, scholarships and better living conditions, urging Nigerians not to allow desperation to make them vulnerable. "You do not have…

…a proposal that has divided opinion among political leaders, security experts and civil society groups, even as supporters argue that decentralised policing could improve local intelligence gathering and accelerate responses to insecurity across the federation. The post 2027 polls: NNPP raises concerns about potential…

…states within the Joint Operations Area, traditional institutions, religious leaders, civil society organisations and other stakeholders for their support throughout his tenure. Oyinlola, who has been posted to the Nigerian Army Heritage and Future Centre as Dean, Faculty of Combat Arms and Research, said he looked for…

…the minister's medical team. Her death has attracted widespread public attention, with civil society groups and members of the public calling for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.Earlier on Thursday, the Ebonyi State Police Command announced that it would proceed with an autopsy…

…the police, and continuing his official duties as though nothing has happened, while civil society groups, youth organisations, and the family's own community cry out for an independent inquiry.Let me be clear: I make no pronouncement on anyone's guilt or innocence. That is precisely the point. Only a credible, indepen…

…together lawmakers, government officials, development partners, youth leaders and civil society organisations to discuss ways of strengthening youth participation in governance. Speaking on behalf of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, the Majority Leader, Prof. Julius Ihonvbere, said yout…

…Monetary Fund IMF induced Structural Adjustment Programme SAP, leading economists, civil society leaders and development experts have faulted the continued wholesale privatisation of government services under the reform, insisting that the country is still chasing the wrong cure for its economic troubles. The verdict w…

…ambassadorial nominee despite opposition from some lawmakers and recent protests by civil society organisations over his nomination. The confirmation followed the consideration and adoption of the report of the Senate Committee on Foreign Affairs, chaired by Senator Sani Bello (APC, Niger North). Presenting the report,…

…which brought together government officials, security agencies, development partners, civil society organisations and health experts to strengthen the country’s response to substance abuse. Drug abuse has remained a major public health concern in Nigeria, particularly among young people, with authorities repeatedly war…

…(EFCC) has called for stronger collaboration among governments, regulators and civil society organisations across Africa to combat terrorist financing while protecting legitimate charitable organisations from unnecessary regulatory restrictions. Speaking at the 3rd Africa High-Level Civil Society Anti-Money Laundering…

…all aspects of the PFIPC scandal.He also called on the Nigerian Bar Association, civil society organizations, and the diplomatic community to reject any state-managed cover-ups, emphasizing that the truth must not be sacrificed for political expediency . by Linda Ikeji at 15/07/2026 4:15 PM | Share this Story

…financing. The call was made on Wednesday in Abuja during the 3rd Africa High-Level Civil Society Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Financing of Terrorism Conference, themed “Implementing FATF Recommendation 8 Correctly: Practices, Lessons Learned and Opportunities for Reform.” The conference brought together anti-mone…

…more than two decades, state governors, security experts, constitutional scholars and civil society organisations have argued that the existing centralised model has become increasingly overstretched in responding to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, communal conflicts and other violent crimes. Those calls intensified w…

…hearing anything again concerning it,” she added. She appealed to journalists, bloggers, civil society organisations, community leaders and security agencies to help amplify the case, while urging anyone with useful information to report it to the appropriate authorities. As of the time of filing this report, the Kwara…

…urged President Tinubu to establish an independent panel, comprising representatives of civil society organisations, the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, independent media organisations, international financial institutions, human rights groups, diplomatic missions, as well as the ICPC and the Economic and Financial Crim…

…carried out with the participation of relevant government agencies, security personnel, civil society groups, and media representatives to guarantee transparency, accountability, and integrity in the disposal process. “We acknowledge the invaluable leadership and strategic guidance of the Office of the National Securit…

…the Inspector-General of Police, retired police officers, security experts, governors, civil society organisations and members of the public. According to him, the proposal also underwent public hearings across the six geopolitical zones and the Federal Capital Territory.Barau said the proposed framework was designed t…

Meanwhile, a civil society organisation, Global Gender Safety and Moral Development, staged a protest at the Federal High Court, calling for accountability, and urged the authorities to ensure that the case is prosecuted in accordance with the rule of law. Addressing journalists, the group’s Convener, Shuaibu Abdulkadi…

A Civil Society Organization, the Campaign for Equal Rights and Opportunities for All Nigerians, CERON, has condemned the approval of the Federal Government to raise the registration fee for the West African Examinations Council, WAEC, and the National Examinations Council, NECO, to N50,000. A statement by the group’s…