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Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Rights

August 19, 2026

Meta goes on trial accused of making Facebook, Instagram addictive for youths

A coalition of U.S. states has accused Meta Platforms Incorporated of designing its social media and communication platform interface in an addictive and harmful way.

Meta, Instagram, and Facebook
August 18, 2026

Nigerian airlines urged to engage unions constructively

Airlines have been urged to engage air transport unions constructively to ensure sector stability and avert losses for industry players and the broader economy.

Air Peace, Ibom Air, Arik Air, United Nigeria Airlines, Umza Air, NG Eagle, Max Air, Caverton Helicopters, Overland Airways, Rano Air and ValueJet.
August 18, 2026

Trump govt moves to reinstate human trafficking case against Abrego Garcia

Mr Trump’s administration wants the court to reinstate the human trafficking indictment against Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant at the centre of a wrongful deportation case.

Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia
August 18, 2026

NIC unveils initiative to professionalise caregiving in Nigeria

The National Institute of Caregivers has unveiled a national initiative to strengthen professional caregiving in the country.

Older Nigerians
August 17, 2026

Police nab, arraign two Ogun men for assault

Two men, Shele Taiwo, 38, and Adeola Odunayo, 37, appeared before the Ota Magistrates’ Court in Ogun on Monday for assault.

Police
August 17, 2026

Lagos restates ban on use of vehicle dealer number plates

The Lagos government has reiterated its ban on the permanent or everyday use of dealer number plates by motorists and vehicle dealers.

Lagos restates ban on use of vehicle dealer number plates
August 14, 2026

French court blocks proposed social media ban for children

The court ruled that the law infringes the freedom of expression and communication.

Children using smartphones
August 14, 2026

NOA urges Osun voters to exercise civic rights

The agency said every eligible voter has the right to freely choose a candidate and should do so without fear, intimidation, or inducement.

National Orientation Agency (NOA)
August 14, 2026

Stakeholders seek improved data to strengthen women’s health

Stakeholders in women’s health have called for improved data and measurement systems to better address women’s health needs across different stages of life.

Women at clinic
August 14, 2026

Kidnapped American missionary Kevin Rideout regains freedom after nine months

Kevin Rideout, an American missionary kidnapped in the Niger Republic, has been released after spending nine months.

Kevin Rideout