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University undergrad Victor Bello started the Almajiri Scholar Scheme to open doors for children.
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View as a gridHow young Nigerian women in arranged 'money marriages' are getting a new start
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Her Voice Foundation teaches skills such as tailoring and hairdressing to young women who were wed in the illegal yet long-standing "money marriage" custom.
How an X user used hashtag to draw attention to bad roads in a Nigerian state - Prime Progress NG
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Hauwa Allahbura, an X (formerly Twitter) user, is leading the charge to hold Dapo Abiodun, the Governor of Ogun State, accountable for the poor condition of
Ghana: Half Hungry, Hope Emerges - Prime Progress NG
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In Ghana, nearly half the population, a staggering 12.9 million people, grapple with food insecurity. This isn't just a rumbling stomach; it hits children
Chinua Achebe's 'Things fall apart' to get TV treatment - Prime Progress NG
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Late last week, Chidi Achebe, the son of renowned Nigerian author Chinua Achebe, announced on LinkedIn that "Things Fall Apart," one of the continent's most
African nations prepare for critical energy discussions as AOW approaches - Prime Progress NG
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With the energy market facing increasing volatility, African governments and industry experts are gearing up for Africa Oil Week or AOW, set to take place in
A Wave of Femicide in Nigeria: 5 Organizations Supporting Survivors - Prime Progress NG
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Femicide is rife in Nigeria. Two days ago, the tragic news broke of the alleged murder of Christianah Idowu, a 300-level student of the Federal University
Art meets activism: A campaign for indigenous land rights - Prime Progress NG
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In response, Bonsu's organization, Land Rights Defenders, started the Art Meets Activism campaign. "I realized that traditional activism alone was not
Campaign for Better Reproductive Health Takes Off in Nigeria - Prime Progress NG
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Nigeria, Africa's largest democracy is one of the worst places globally for pregnant women.-at least 82,000 women die annually from pregnancy related
D'Tigress Victory: A Bright Spot in an Abysmal Olympic Start for Team Nigeria - Prime Progress NG
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In stark contrast to the struggles of their compatriots, D'Tigress defied expectations with their resolute performances, pulling off one of the biggest
Why a Nigerian village has welcomed thousands of refugees
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A village near Nigeria's border with Cameroon has opened its arms to refugees fleeing civil war in that country.
From Viral Meme to Scholarship: The Unexpected Turnaround of an Ex-corper - Prime Progress NG
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Mr. Ibrahim Umar first gained the limelight as a social media meme. A picture of him in his National Youths Service Corp uniform, passionately cheering during
Sierra Leone says no to Child Marriage - Prime Progress NG
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Last week, a wave of celebration swept through Sierra Leone. Women in Freetown and young girls across the West African nation rejoiced at the country's
Robbed of Sight, this former Lagos Uber driver is now a mental health champion - Prime Progress N...
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Despite his ordeal, Waziri, now residing in Canada, has dedicated his life to inspiring others. A champion for mental health awareness, he also serves as an
Nigeria's Coldest State Swelters in Record Heat, as Farmers Face Spoilage Crisis - Prime Progress...
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However, this year has thrown Rifkatu Dalyop and other farmers a curveball. An unprecedented heatwave scorching Africa's most populous nation has gripped even
Her father was unfairly arrested in Nigeria. Now her nonprofit fights for others.
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Hope Behind Bars Africa offers free legal services to indigent Nigerians, many of whom are unjustly arrested and unable to afford bail or legal representation.
Her father was unfairly arrested in Nigeria. Now her nonprofit fights for others.
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Hope Behind Bars Africa offers free legal services to indigent Nigerians, many of whom are unjustly arrested and unable to afford bail or legal representation.
Raising Nigeria's new generation environmentalist with vibes - Prime Progress NG
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Abuja, Nigeria: Umeokechukwu Precious' frustration with environmental uncleanliness began as a student in Port Harcourt, Nigeria's oil capital. There, she
When refugees say no to HIV - Prime Progress NG
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According to UNAIDS, the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, "AIDS is often overlooked in the immediate wake of a disaster because there seem to be
Highway of tears: How an abandoned road project in Cross River is shattering dreams - Prime Progr...
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Her husband rode a taxi that conveyed people and goods from communities around Okpoma, in Yala Local Government Area of Cross River, to Ogoja and the Okuku
Years of neglect leave Benue primary health care in ruins - Prime Progress NG
Prime Progress
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Nigeria's primary healthcare system faces many different challenges, and Benue State serves as a stark example of these struggles. Here, the dream of
Nigeria's AFCON run unites a nation divided by politics - Prime Progress NG
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After the ball hit the back of the net, sending Nigeria to their first AFCON final in more than a decade, cheers erupted everywhere. Bamidele jumped on an
How WhatsApp provides financial lifelines to Nigerian women
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WhatsApp groups are helping to level the playing field for Nigerian women shut out of credit markets.