By Ibironke Ariyo The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) says Nigeria will no longer be a permissive ground for international drug cartels. It said the position followed the strong message sent by the unprecedented number of arrests, seizures and convictions recorded by the current leadership of theContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo A Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice Obiora Egwuatu, has urged stronger collective action to end Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), describing it as a pervasive global and national challenge. Egwuatu made the call on Thursday in Abuja at the official launch and dissemination of theContinue Reading
Guide By Ibironke Ariyo The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has unveiled a quick reference guide to strengthen justice delivery for sexual assault victims in North-East Nigeria. UNODC Country Representative, Cheikh Toure, spoke at a one-day launch of the Sexual and Gender-Based Violence investigator aide-mémoire card onContinue Reading
By Uche Bibilari The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has described the growing incidence of substance abuse among Nigerian youths as a major threat to public health and national development. The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of NDLEA, retired Brig.-Gen. Mohammed Marwa, said this while delivering a Drug Awareness and SensitisationContinue Reading
By Edith Nwapi The Federal Government has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law, strengthening human security and advancing justice reform. The Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), gave this assurance in his speech on Thursday at the Finale ofContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to reversing forest loss and strengthening wildlife protection through policy reforms, legislation, and multi-sector partnerships. The Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal, made the commitment in his keynote address, delivered on his behalf by Director Tijjani Ahmad, at the 2026 World WildlifeContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of medicinal and aromatic plant-based products across Nigeria. The Director-General of NAFDAC, Mojisola Adeyeye, spoke at the #BeWildForNature Youth Network event organised by the UnitedContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has warned that wildlife crime poses a significant threat to sustainable development, security and economic stability, calling for urgent and coordinated action to address the growing menace. The UNODC Country Representative in Nigeria, Cheikh Toure, gave the warningContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The United Nations and the Federal Government have called for stronger partnerships to protect biodiversity and promote sustainable livelihoods, highlighting the link between environmental conservation and human wellbeing. UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator, Mohammed Fall, represented by UNICEF representative Wafaa Saeed, made the call at the #BeWildForNature Youth Network eventContinue Reading
By Ibironke Ariyo The Federal Government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening international partnerships to address transnational organised crime, corruption and emerging security threats. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Tuggar, made this known at the inauguration of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Programme for NigeriaContinue Reading
