14 h. ago Civil Society Demands State Of Emergency As Kidnappers Run Rampant In Edo

The Edo State Civil Society Coalition for Human Rights has urged the Federal Government to urgently declare a state of emergency on insecurity following a surge in violent attacks and abductions across the state. The call comes in the wake of the killing of eight operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) […] The post Civil Society Demands State Of Emergency As Kidnappers Run Rampant In Edo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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42 h. ago 2027: CSOs, experts warn exclusion of women, PWDs, others may lead to unrest

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 elections, stakeholders have emphasised that addressing exclusion and building truly inclusive political processes are vital to preventing unrest and advancing national development. Experts and civil society leaders at the 2nd Annual Otivism Lecture in Abuja celebrating pro-democracy activist Otive Igbuzor’s 62nd birthday, sounded urgent […] The post 2027: CSOs, experts warn exclusion of women, PWDs, others may lead to unrest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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63 h. ago CSOs Demand Release Of 6 Kano Suspects Held Despite Court Order

A coalition of civil society organisations has called on the Inspector General of Police, IG Kayode Egbetokun to order the release of six suspects allegedly detained by the IGP Monitoring Team in Kano for over three weeks in defiance of a Federal High Court order. The coalition, led by Ashiru Armayau, identified the detainees as […]

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64 h. ago CSO Organises Agroecology Conference To Address Soil Contamination In Ogoniland

In a bid to address soil contamination and contribute to remediation efforts in Ogoniland, a civil society organisation, Lekeh Development Foundation (LEDEF), has organised a three-day Agroecology Conference for farmers and stakeholders in the area. Speaking at the opening session of the conference, which has its theme as: “Agroecology, Bioremediation and Climate Solutions: Enhancing Soil […]

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3 d. ago Federal Character Commission, CISLAC partner for equity and inclusiveness in Nigeria

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a bid to strengthen collaboration on promoting transparency, fairness, and inclusivity in Nigeria’s governance and public service, a delegation of the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) met with the Federal Character Commission (FCC) on Thursday in Abuja. The Acting Chairman of the FCC, Oladele Kayode, highlighted the constitutional foundation […] The post Federal Character Commission, CISLAC partner for equity and inclusiveness in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago EU, Others Launch Special Project To Strengthen Civil Societies

The European Union (EU) and the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA) has launched the CSO Strengthening Bridge (EU CSO-Bridge) Project to enhance the credibility of civil society organisations (CSOs), improve regulatory and operational environment in Nigeria. Funded by the EU and implemented by International IDEA, the project will run for 36 […]

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4 d. ago Group Demands Impeachment, Arrest Of Osun Speaker Egbedun Over Alleged Death Threat

A civil society organisation, the Osun Youth Initiative for Good Governance (OYIGG), has called for the arrest, prosecution, and impeachment of the Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Hon. Olumide Wale Egbedun, over allegations that he issued a death threat to a traditional ruler. The group, in a statement signed by its National […]

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6 d. ago CSO kicks against policy on borehole drilling in Osun, demands immediate reversal

It is to ensure normalcy – govt  From Lateef Dada, Osogbo A Civil Society Organization in Osun State, Coalition of Concerned Nigeria Citizens (CCNC), has kicked against the policy of Governor Ademola Adeleke, directing individuals and companies to obtain permits and pay fees for drilling boreholes. Describing the policy as ‘extortionate and burdensome,’ the group […] The post CSO kicks against policy on borehole drilling in Osun, demands immediate reversal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Civil societies call on FG to free Palestinian Community leader

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu A coalition of civil society organizations has called on the Federal Government to  release Ramzy Abu Ibrahim, a Palestinian community leader, along with others reportedly detained by Nigerian security forces. In a petition on August 27, 2025, and addressed to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the practitioners  warned Nigeria against being drawn […] The post Civil societies call on FG to free Palestinian Community leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago NOA seeks CSOs’ support in sensitising public on government policies

The National Orientation Agency (NOA), has called on civil society organisations (CSOs) in Kogi State to partner with the agency read more NOA seeks CSOs’ support in sensitising public on government policies

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1 week ago N6.5b Scandal: CSOs Allege Intimidation, Kano Govt Blames Ganduje, Aide Refutes Claim

The recent N6.5 billion scandal involving the Director General of protocol, Abdullahi Rogo, under the Kano state governor, Abba Yusuf, has turned dramatic in a few days. The League of Civil Society Organisations in Kano has alleged that its members are being intimidated over its calls for the state government to prosecute the official involved […]

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1 week ago Kano government denied the alleged fraud of the N6.5 billion claim by some groups

The Administration of Governor Abba Kabiru Yusuf of Kano state, and about 20 Civil Society Organisations in the state, are read more Kano government denied the alleged fraud of the N6.5 billion claim by some groups

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2 w. ago Electoral Reform: CSOs Want President Lose Power To Appoint INEC Chair

Ahead of Prof. Mahmoud Yakubu’s exit as chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), some civil society organisations (CSOs) have called for a constitutional amendment that would strip the president of the power to appoint the commission’s chairman. The call was made at the weekend during a sensitisation workshop organised for civil society groups […]

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2 w. ago Multiple taxes, illegal levies stifle economy of C’River, A’Ibom, Rivers – Report

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Tax overload has been identified as a  key factor that stagnates the economy of Cross River, Akwa Ibom and Rivers states. This was identified during a workshop organised by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) in collaboration with the Tax Justice & Governance Platform in Akwa Ibom, Cross River and […] The post Multiple taxes, illegal levies stifle economy of C’River, A’Ibom, Rivers – Report appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago VIDEO: Nigeria At Peace, Yet Showing Symptoms Far Worse Than War

Chidoka, alongside other prominent Nigerians across political, regional, and civil society lines, recently co-authored an open letter describing Nigeria as “bleeding.” The post VIDEO: Nigeria At Peace, Yet Showing Symptoms Far Worse Than War-Torn Nations — Chidoka appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Multiple taxes stifle Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers economies

By Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Tax overload has been identified as a key factor that stagnates the economy of Cross River, Akwa Ibom, and Rivers states. This was identified during a workshop organised by the Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) in collaboration with the Tax Justice & Governance Platform in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and […] The post Multiple taxes stifle Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Rivers economies appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Electoral Reform: Yiaga Africa Advocates Stripping President Power To Appoint INEC Chair

Ahead of the expiration of the tenure of the incumbent chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, renowned civil society organisation, Yiaga Africa has called for a constitutional amendment that would strip the President the power of appointing the chairman of the Commission. The call was made at the weekend during […]

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2 w. ago Industrial farming booms as CSOs raise concerns over JBS $2.5bn investment

…say new investment could spell doom for Ogun, Nigeria Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) on the platform of Health of Mother read more Industrial farming booms as CSOs raise concerns over JBS $2.5bn investment

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2 w. ago 512 Pupils Abandon Classes As Primary School In Niger State Collapses

A Civil Society Organisation (CSO), MonITNG, has raised alarm over the deplorable condition of Mawagi Primary School in Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, which has collapsed, forcing over 512 pupils to stop attending classes. According to the organisation, the school is the only source of formal education in the community, but its classrooms […] The post 512 Pupils Abandon Classes As Primary School In Niger State Collapses appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago How to end insecurity, extremism in N’West – Civil society leader

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Civil society group, Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism Knowledge Innovation and Resource Hub (PCVE-KIRH), has outlined how insecurity and violent extremism could be put to an end in the North West and the country in general. The Chairman of the group, Jaye Gaskia, a veteran civil society leader, warned that insecurity […] The post How to end insecurity, extremism in N’West – Civil society leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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