LAGOS JANUARY 11TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has ended the year 2025 on an impressive note, recording far-reaching achievements that have strengthened Nigeria’s maritime sector and enhanced the country’s standing in global maritime governance. Under the leadership of its Director-General, Dr. Dayo Mobereola, the Agency earned commendations from the Presidency, maritime…
By Chief (Barr.) Malcolm Omirhobo LAGOS DECEMBER 23RD (NEWSRANGERS)-This rejoinder is issued in direct response to the collective opposition expressed by the Attorney-General of the Federation, the Nigerian Bar Association, the National Human Rights Commission, and Professor Uchenna Emelonye against the proposed prescription of the death penalty for aggravated kidnapping. I reject their positions…
By Omo Okoro LAGOS DECEMBER 15TH (NEWSRANGERS)-The Nigerian economy is currently navigating one of its most tumultuous periods in recent history. With inflation eroding purchasing power and the cost of living skyrocketing, the resilience of the average Nigerian is being tested daily. Yet, in this fragile economic climate, the debate surrounding the proposed amendment…
LAGOS NOVEMBER 12TH (NEWSRANGERS)-AISHA* sat quietly in the crowded hall, her colourful hijab neatly around her face as a health expert spoke about the dangers of using unsafe materials during menstruation. It was May 28, 2025, Menstrual Hygiene Day, and a coalition of civil society groups had visited the Suleja Correctional Facility in Niger State…
By Chief Malcolm Emokiniovo Omirhobo . LAGOS NOVEMBER 3RD (NEWSRANGERS)-There is no doubt that Nigeria is confronted with a grave humanitarian tragedy, a systemic and internalized genocide against indigenous peoples, both Christians and Muslims alike. The atrocities are being perpetrated largely by armed Fulani militias and their allies from the Sahel. This is…
LAGOS OCTOBER 18TH (NEWSRANGERS)-Madagascar’s suspension by the African Union has reignited debate over the bloc’s power to prevent military takeovers. Experts question whether its tools go beyond symbolic gestures. The African Union (AU) suspended Madagascar’s membership on Wednesday following a coup to oust President Andry Rajoelina, which came after three weeks of Gen Z-led…
By Ibru Nejuvie LAGOS SEPTEMBER 2ND (NEWSRANGERS)-After months of rigorous preparations, Nigeria has finally validated its National Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, UNFCCC, for onward transmission to the Federal Executive Council for adoption and ratification by the UNFCCC in tandem with the Paris Agreement on Climate…
By Benjamin Mragbozo LAGOS SEPTEMBER 2ND (NEWSRNAGERS)-This year marks 25 years since the establishment of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), a body created in 2000 with the noble intention of addressing the age-old marginalization and underdevelopment of the oil-rich Niger Delta. However, for the people of Delta State — one of the region’s…