Prominent Nigerian figures, including Tiwa Savage, Aisha Yesufu, and BB Naija’s Wanni and Handi, have joined growing calls for justice for 13-year-old Ochanya Ogbanje, who died in October 2018 after years of sexual abuse by her uncle, Mr Andrew Ogbuja, and his son, Victor Ogbuja. The abuse, which began when
American singer, songwriter, dancer and actress Ciara Princess Wilson has arrived in Nigeria and embarked on a cultural tour to celebrate Lagos’ growing global influence in tourism, art, and fashion. Her visit was announced by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Lagos State, Jubril Gawat, on October 30,
A Nollywood production manager and casting director, Anierobi Courage, popularly known as Nwa South, has been arrested for assaulting Mary Eze, the head of makeup artists, on a film set in Lagos State. On October 29, 2025, Stanley Ontop, a Nigerian filmmaker, posted a video on his Instagram page where
In defence of its Anambra governorship candidate, Ms Chioma Ifemeludike, the African Action Congress (ACC) has condemned the sexist comments directed towards her body. The statement, signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Femi Adeyeye, and issued on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. ACC described the attacks as unacceptable, a distraction
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has expressed deep concern over the case of 13-year-old Ochanya Elizabeth Ogbanje, who died in 2018 after enduring years of sexual abuse. In a post shared on her Instagram page, the senator said she was heartbroken to learn that the perpetrators in the case
Aliyat Saka, an indigene of Osun State, emerged as the overall best graduating student during the school’s 15th graduation and prize-giving ceremony held on October 26, 2025. This remarkable achievement was recorded at the Choice De Immaculate Demonstration School (CIDS), Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State. Aliyat
Nigerian chef and Guinness World Record holder Hilda Baci has donated the sum of ₦1 million to support organisations working with rape and sexual abuse survivors, in honour of the late 13-year-old Ochanya Ogbanje. In a statement she shared on her Instagram page on October 30, 2025, Hilda announced the
Dr Pamela Udoka, the Acting National Publicity Secretary of the Nigerian Association of Clinical Psychologists, has said that gambling is a psychological disorder, recognised under the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5). She made this known during an interview on Arise TV News on Oct 29,
Every October, the world glimmers in pink. Streets are adorned with billboards featuring ribbons, hospitals display banners promising free screenings, and social media timelines are filled with hashtags of hope. It is the month of solidarity. It hums with campaigns urging women to check their breasts, fight, and survive. Early
When your presence becomes a provocation before your ideas are even heard. I walked into an advocacy space expecting what Audre Lorde calls a shared commitment to survival. Instead, the moment they found out I was a feminist, the air shifted. I wasn’t treated like a fellow advocate. I became
From women leading in advocacy and sports to urgent calls for justice, this week’s top stories spotlight voices and actions shaping society. Catch up on the most compelling news shaping culture, justice, health, and sports this week: Investigative journalist and founder of Naija Feminists Media, Simbiat Bakare, has been named
Investigative journalist and founder of Naija Feminists Media, Simbiat Bakare, has been selected as one of the top three finalists for the Tech-for-Good Entrepreneur Award at the PAWENpreneur Awards 2025. Her inspiring work, leadership, and impact stood out among numerous exceptional nominations received this year. The Tech-for-Good Entrepreneur Award, under
Prominent Nigerian figures, including Tiwa Savage, Aisha Yesufu, and BB Naija’s Wanni and Handi, have joined growing calls for justice for 13-year-old Ochanya Ogbanje, who died in October 2018 after years of sexual abuse by her uncle, Mr Andrew Ogbuja, and his son, Victor Ogbuja. The abuse, which began when
American singer, songwriter, dancer and actress Ciara Princess Wilson has arrived in Nigeria and embarked on a cultural tour to celebrate Lagos’ growing global influence in tourism, art, and fashion. Her visit was announced by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Lagos State, Jubril Gawat, on October 30,
A Nollywood production manager and casting director, Anierobi Courage, popularly known as Nwa South, has been arrested for assaulting Mary Eze, the head of makeup artists, on a film set in Lagos State. On October 29, 2025, Stanley Ontop, a Nigerian filmmaker, posted a video on his Instagram page where
In defence of its Anambra governorship candidate, Ms Chioma Ifemeludike, the African Action Congress (ACC) has condemned the sexist comments directed towards her body. The statement, signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Femi Adeyeye, and issued on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. ACC described the attacks as unacceptable, a distraction
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, has expressed deep concern over the case of 13-year-old Ochanya Elizabeth Ogbanje, who died in 2018 after enduring years of sexual abuse. In a post shared on her Instagram page, the senator said she was heartbroken to learn that the perpetrators in the case
Aliyat Saka, an indigene of Osun State, emerged as the overall best graduating student during the school’s 15th graduation and prize-giving ceremony held on October 26, 2025. This remarkable achievement was recorded at the Choice De Immaculate Demonstration School (CIDS), Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State. Aliyat
Nigerian chef and Guinness World Record holder Hilda Baci has donated the sum of ₦1 million to support organisations working with rape and sexual abuse survivors, in honour of the late 13-year-old Ochanya Ogbanje. In a statement she shared on her Instagram page on October 30, 2025, Hilda announced the
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