“Your presence here is a testament to your commitment to eliminate all forms of violence against women and girls.”

He insists elections will be free, fair and credible.

The federal government condemned the opposition for downplaying the president’s achievements, describing Atiku as the worst offender.

Both countries plan to deepen relations in digital economy, telecoms and agric.

He presented army recognition awards to Aliko Dangote, Tony Elumelu, Jim Ovia and three others.

The government is working to provide the troops with needed equipment but sanctions are complicating the effort.

Identity verification devices will be used at each train station on the route.

Top African National Congress leaders who had met to discuss his future decided to stand by the president and oppose any motion seeking to remove him.

A regional federation of education unions said four teachers at the local high school, including the head teacher, were among the six fatalities.

He condemned the unconstitutional political changes in the sub-region.

The Palestinian ambassador to Nigeria said Africa’s most populous country can play a crucial role because it has good relations with both sides.

The project, which is being financed by the Chinese Government through ChinaAid is expected to be delivered in 26 months.

The pregnant woman has been granted administrative bail pending when she’s delivered of her baby.

The row centres on claims he kept large sums of cash on his property then covered up its theft.

They accused the central government of failing to protect farmers and others from terrorists.

“Continuous heavy rains have collapsed hundreds of public health facilities, water systems and sanitation facilities.”

The march was organized by the Women at Risk International Foundation (WARIF), United Nations and Medicaid.

He will hold bilateral meetings with and witness signing of MoUs and agreements between Nigeria and Vietnam.

There is no part of the country where the price of this vital commodity has not gone up astronomically.

The states are Abia, Akwa-Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo and Rivers.