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Stakeholders Unite Behind Community, Tech-Driven Maternal Care
2+ hour, 13+ min ago (427+ words) Nigeria's battle against maternal mortality may require a powerful combination of grassroots engagement and digital innovation, health experts have said, as stakeholders gathered in Lagos to explore practical solutions for reducing preventable maternal and child deaths. The call was made…...
45. 9m N'West Residents Living In Multiple Deprivations - Governors
6+ hour, 1+ min ago (420+ words) The Northwest Governors Forum has raised the alarm over the region's multidimensional poverty rate of 75. 8 per cent, compared to the national average of 63. 0 per cent, representing approximately 45. 9 million people living in multiple deprivations. The governors further noted that children bear…...
Experts Warn Nigerian Youths Against Big Tobacco New Addiction Trap
1+ week, 2+ hour ago (556+ words) as CAPPA highlights hidden dangers in nicotine products Public health advocates, medical professionals, parents, educators and policymakers have been urged to intensify efforts to protect Nigeria's young population from what experts describe as the tobacco industry's evolving strategy of recruiting…...
Orphanage Operators Push For Stronger Foster Care System In Nigeria
1+ week, 1+ day ago (707+ words) In this modern information technology age, the deployment of digital tools in the operations of Orphanage Homes in Nigeria cannot be overemphasized. As a matter of fact, its deployment will strongly assist Orphanage Homes and their Operators in bridging the…...
LASG Backs Debate Champs Initiative, Eyes Global Opportunities For Youths
1+ week, 1+ day ago (225+ words) The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting initiatives that promote youth development, critical thinking and global competitiveness among students. The Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr Mobolaji Ogunlende, gave the assurance on the sidelines of the…...
Sanwo-Olu: Proper Parenting, Guidance Essential To Building Responsible Children
1+ week, 3+ day ago (324+ words) Lagos State Governor, Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, has emphasised the importance of proper parenting, moral guidance, and active involvement in raising children, describing them as critical factors in building responsible citizens and a better society. The governor made that assertion yesterday…...
Godly Parenting Summit 2026 Strengthening Families, Raising Purpose-driven Children
1+ week, 4+ day ago (503+ words) Designed as a global hybrid experience with both in-person and virtual participation, the summit continues its mission of helping families thrive by placing God at the centre of parenting and family life. Since its launch in 2023, the Godly Parenting Summit…...
CCC Sharon Parish Wins $2, 500 Prize At Oshoffa Juvenile Music Competition
1+ week, 4+ day ago (574+ words) The Celestial Church of Christ, Sharon Parish, Lagos, has emerged the winner of the second edition of the Oshoffa Memorial Juvenile Music Competition. The parish won the grand prize of $2, 500 after defeating eight other parishes at the grand finale of…...
Football Stakeholders Hail Nigeria Future Leaders Festival, Organisers
2+ week, 4+ day ago (309+ words) A member of the Nigeria Football Federation, Aisha Falode has commended the organisers of the Nigeria Future Leaders Festival, tagged " An Exclusive female football competition" for empowering the next generation of future leaders through sports. The one-day female football tournament…...
Parenting As The Coordinating Hub: A Multi-Level Framework For Embedding Family Life Practitioners Into Organizational Strategy (II)
2+ week, 4+ day ago (604+ words) Let me begin this concluding part with a story that illustrates exactly what is possible when an organization takes family challenges seriously. I read of a woman who was scheduled to resume a new, highly anticipated employment on a particular…...