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Residents of Obunagha community in Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have apprehended a 40-year-old man over allegations of sexually abusing his 12-year-old stepdaughter, triggering outrage across the area. According to community sources, the minor was rushed to the Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital after residents discovered she…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing child rights across the region following a three-day online meeting of directors responsible for child welfare in Member States. The meeting, held from August 26–28, 2025, reviewed progress made since the adoption of the ECOWAS…
A five-year-old girl has been rescued from alleged prolonged physical and emotional abuse by her guardian in Owode-Ede, Osun State. The victim, who lost her father years ago, had been in the custody of her aunt, Mrs. Gbemisola Oladepo. She was rescued through the intervention of the Monsurat Ajoke Foundation…
