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Special Seat Is Democratic: NASS Urged to Pass Bill

Daily Dispatch February 3, 2026

By Austin Aigbe FSMGender Rights Advocate In the aftermath of Nigeria’s 2019 general elections, I sat with a heavy heart and a clear conclusion: affirmative action legislation is essential to address the stark underrepresentation of women in Nigeria’s political leadership. Despite women making

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NSCDC Launches Gender Policy II to Deepen Inclusive Security Delivery

Daily Dispatch February 3, 2026

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has unveiled its Gender Policy II, reinforcing its commitment to inclusive, people-centred security delivery and institutional professionalism. The policy was launched on Tuesday in Abuja at an event that brought together senior government officials, security sector leaders, development partners and civil society

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ECOWAS, Senegal and UNHCR launch joint humanitarian initiative to support refugees

Daily Dispatch February 3, 2026

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), in collaboration with the Government of Senegal and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), has officially launched a cooperation and humanitarian assistance initiative aimed at improving protection, livelihoods and social inclusion for refugees, asylum seekers and displaced persons in Senegal. The

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Emerging World Order and Africa’s Lessons from the Trump Era

Daily Dispatch February 3, 2026

By Oumarou Sanou The post–Cold War international order was never perfect, but it rested on an implicit bargain: economic integration, shared security frameworks, and a rules-based multilateral system that, however asymmetrical, offered predictability. Today, that fragile system is cracking. What we are witnessing is not merely a shift in global power centres; it is a […]

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KACRAN appeals for resolution of diplomatic tensions between Nigeria and Niger

Daily Dispatch February 3, 2026

The Kulen Allah Cattle Rearers Association of Nigeria (KACRAN) has called on President Bola Tinubu and the leadership of the Republic of Niger to resolve ongoing diplomatic tensions through dialogue and mutual understanding. In a statement issued on Tuesday by its National President, Hon. Khalil Bello, the association urged both countries to restore their long-standing

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God’s City International Church to host “Abuja Special Power Touch Night”

Daily Dispatch February 3, 2026

God’s City International Church is set to host its highly anticipated “Abuja Special Power Touch Night” on February 20, 2026. Themed “All-Round Settlement,” the programme promises to be a power-packed event featuring renowned gospel singers, including Steve Crown, Leke Gospel, Prospa Ochinama, and Courage, CCIC Mass Choir, Victoria Adebosin, RCCG Africa Praise, Jolly