36 h. ago Kogi Assembly Seeks Inclusive Social Protection Policy For Vulnerable Residents

The Kogi State House of Assembly has called on the state government to develop and implement a comprehensive Social Protection Policy Framework to address recurring social and economic vulnerabilities confronting residents across the state. The call followed a motion on Wednesday, moved during plenary by the Deputy Speaker and member representing Ibaji State Constituency, Rt. […]

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40 h. ago FG, World Bank commit to expanding social protection, economic opportunities

THE Federal Government and the World Bank have reiterated their commitment to expanding social protection systems and economic opportunities for the poor and vulnerable citizens. The assurance was given during the visit of the World Bank Regional Manager for Social Protection and Labour for West and Central Africa, Mr Robert Chase, to the Minister of […]

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50 h. ago NSCDC Commandant seeks disability inclusion to strengthen national security

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command, Olusola Odumosu, has said that disability inclusion is essential in strengthening national security.

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54 h. ago Amorim: I stay off social media to protect my family from abuse

Ruben Amorim has opened up on why he stays away from social media, noting the decision is to protect himself read more Amorim: I stay off social media to protect my family from abuse

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64 h. ago Australia Says Social Media Ban To Protect Young From ‘Purgatory’

The country will, from December 10, ban under-16s from a raft of the world's most popular social media platforms and websites, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. The post Australia Says Social Media Ban To Protect Young From ‘Purgatory’ appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 d. ago NCC seeks inclusion of intellectual property studies in varsity curricula

The Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) urges universities to integrate intellectual property education into their curricula to boost innovation and creati Read More: https://punchng.com/ncc-seeks-inclusion-of-intellectual-property-studies-in-varsity-curricula/

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3 d. ago Group Seeks Stronger Policies, Inclusion For Neurodivergent Children

A group, Phebean Neurodiversity Support Nigeria, has renewed its call for more government action, wider public awareness and inclusive learning policies for children living with neurodiversity challenges. The group made the call at its maiden awareness workshop in Abuja last weekend. The event brought together teachers, caregivers, health workers and community stakeholders who work directly […]

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7 d. ago Kogi Speaker calls for sustained attention on education sector

The Speaker of the Kogi State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Aliyu Umar Yusuf has enjoined the present administration in the State to

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1 week ago OTUWA laments West Africa’s deepening social protection crisis

•Demands urgent Just-Transition action West African labour unions have issued a strong warning about the region’s collapsing social protection systems and the urgent need for a fair, inclusive transition to greener economies, following a high-level workshop convened by the Organisation of Trade Unions of West Africa (OTUWA) in Abuja, last week. The two-day meeting, organised […]

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1 week ago KGIRS tasks Kogi Assembly on domestication of Nigeria Tax Act

Kogi State Internal Revenue Services (KGIRS) has asked the State House of Assembly to domesticate the Nigeria Tax Act and

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2 w. ago Nigeria Launches Committee To Scale Up Women’s Empowerment Programme

The federal government on Tuesday inaugurated the Federal Technical Committee (FTC) for the Nigeria for Women Programme Scale-Up (NFWP–SU), a move aimed at expanding economic opportunities and social protection for women across the country. The ceremony, held at Gurara Hall, Rockview Classic Hotel, was presided over by Dr Maryam Ismaila Keshinro, Permanent Secretary of the […]

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2 w. ago Kogi assembly to INEC: Restore 12 suppressed state constituencies

Kogi State House of Assembly has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately restore 12 suppressed state read more Kogi assembly to INEC: Restore 12 suppressed state constituencies

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2 w. ago Kogi Assembly Urges Restoration Of Suppressed Constituencies

The Kogi State House of Assembly has called on INEC to restore 12 suppressed state constituencies in accordance with constitutional provisions, court judgments and recent resolutions of the National Assembly. The call which followed a motion moved by the member representing Kabba/Bunu State Constituency, Hon. Seyi Bello, noted that the 1999 Constitution empowers INEC under […]

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2 w. ago Zelensky Renews Calls For More Air Defence After Deadly Strike On Kyiv

"Ukraine needs support that saves lives: more air-defence systems, more protective capabilities and greater resolve from our partners," Zelensky said on social media. The post Zelensky Renews Calls For More Air Defence After Deadly Strike On Kyiv appeared first on Channels Television.

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2 w. ago Kogi Assembly Demands Restoration Of 12 Suppressed Constituencies By INEC

The Kogi State House of Assembly has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to immediately restore 12 suppressed state constituencies, in accordance with constitutional provisions, court judgments and recent resolutions of the National Assembly. The call, which followed the motion moved by the lawmaker representing Kabba/Bunu State Constituency, Hon. Seyi Bello, said that […]

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3 w. ago FCTA, foundation seek inclusive healthcare for special needs children

"By deliberately enrolling persons with special needs, we demonstrate our commitment to equity...

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3 w. ago Exercise, diet, and social connection protect older Nigerians from memory decline — Study

A new study has revealed insights into how lifestyle and vascular health affect memory and cognitive function in older adults in Ibadan. The population-based study, known as the VALIANT Project (Vascular heALth, fraiLty and cognItion in Ageing Nigerians sTudy), found that conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and social isolation significantly increase the risk of memory […]

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3 w. ago Kogi Assembly Suspends Ibaji LG Chairman Over Alleged Misconduct

The Kogi State House of Assembly has suspended the Chairman of Ibaji Local Government Area, Emmanuel Onuche, over allegations of gross misconduct and actions that are said to have tarnished the state’s image. The suspension was announced during the House plenary on Wednesday. Onuche was directed to hand over the affairs of the council to […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s Social Protection Budget Allocation Has No Impact On Poverty — W’Bank

The country spends barely 0.14 per cent of its Gross Domestic Product on social protection, far below the global average of 1.5 per cent and the Sub-Saharan African average of 1.1 per cent. The post Nigeria’s Social Protection Budget Allocation Has No Impact On Poverty — W’Bank appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Anambra Poll: PDP Candidate Pledges To Work With Soludo, Seeks Inclusive Govt

Governor Chukwuma Soludo, who edged out 15 other candidates, was declared the winner of the November 8 Anambra governorship election by the Independent National Electoral Commission. The post Anambra Poll: PDP Candidate Pledges To Work With Soludo, Seeks Inclusive Govt appeared first on Channels Television.

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