EU prepares Nigerian women for 2019 polls
Nigerian women possess leadership traits needed to drive the nation into prosperity. But to harness these, they must be given the opportunity, according to...
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AFEX Petition Somali’s President Over New Media Bill
July 19, 2017
H.E. Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed
President of the Federal Republic of Somalia
Office of the President
Mogadishu, Somalia.
Your Excellency,
Petition
We the undersigned organizations that are members of...
Police Charge Journalist With Treason For Criticising Governor
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3rd May 2023
Lagos, Nigeria
IMS Calls for Protection of Journalists, Creation of an Enabling Environment, and Safeguarding of Democracy
The Institute for Media and Society, IMS,...
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Salient Contemporary Issues in Broadcasting: Legislative/Regulatory Reforms in Nigeria highlight the urgent need for reform in Nigeria's broadcasting sector and proposes comprehensive solutions.
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International Women’s Day 2023
8th March, 2023
Lagos, Nigeria
IMS calls for Increased Capacity Building and Deepened Political
Participation of Women.
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