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The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Fistula Foundation of Nigeria, supported by the Norwegian government, have successfully repaired 45 patients with Vesicovaginal Fistula in Sokoto State, a hospital is also being renovated.
An Imo State High Court has blocked further demolition of Owerri Central Market in Owerri, Imo State. The court's order prevents the state government from carrying out any additional destruction at the market.
Anambra stakeholders are expressing concern over the rising rate of kidnappings in the state, despite an increase in security checkpoints. Various groups, including CSOs and politicians, have raised alarm over the growing crime rate.
Nigeria's human rights scorecard has been criticized by the Nigerian Bar Association, which condemned the use of remand orders as a tool for harm. The NBA President, Afam Osigwe, made this statement in response to concerns over arbitrary detention practices.
