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As an independent online news channel, JOWB  upholds journalism pillars in Nigeria through accurate reporting and transparency. Headquartered in Nigeria, JOWB promotes and defends press freedom, providing safety resources for journalists in dangerous zones and conditions. The organization monitors and reports press freedom violations, advocates for policies defending journalists' safety, and prepares, protects, and extracts journalists in dangerous situations.

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As an independent online news channel, JOWB upholds journalism pillars in Nigeria through accurate reporting and transparency. Headquartered in Nigeria, JOWB promotes and defends press freedom, providing safety resources for journalists in dangerous zones and conditions. The organization monitors and reports press freedom violations, advocates for policies defending journalists' safety, and prepares, protects, and extracts journalists in dangerous situations.

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Journalist Without Borders (JOWB) was established on 9th August,2022 as a complementary partner to Nigerian press freedom organizations, addressing safety concerns for journalists working in hostile zones, detained unjustly, or facing rights abuse. General operating support for JOWB enables this respected organization to respond to press freedom challenges in Nigeria and advocate for detained journalists in other African countries.
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COP30: New Methane Report Warns of Rising Emissions, Calls for Urgent Global Action

COP30: New Methane Report Warns of Rising Emissions, Calls for Urgent Global Action By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA November, 2025 - A new Global Methane Status Report released at COP30 in Belém has warned that although progress has been made since the Global Methane Pledge was launched in 2021, current efforts remain insufficient to meet the target of a 30% reduction by 2030. The report, produced by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Climate and Clean Air C

UNEP Chief Says COP30 Shows Paris Agreement ‘Still Delivering’ Despite Global Tensions

UNEP Chief Says COP30 Shows Paris Agreement ‘Still Delivering’ Despite Global Tensions By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA November, 2025 - UN Environment Programme (UNEP) Executive Director Inger Andersen says the outcome of COP30 in Belém demonstrates that the Paris Agreement remains effective, even as global tensions threaten multilateral cooperation. In a closing statement, Andersen noted that negotiators delivered key advances, including a call to triple adaptation

Makems Jewelry Exhibition Returns to Abuja as Auction Fever Builds

Makems Jewelry Exhibition Returns to Abuja as Auction Fever Builds By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA November, 2025 - MAKEMS Jewelry Exhibition is set to light up Abuja on Saturday, December 29, showcasing an array of handmade luxury pieces at the W.O. Kilaso Hall, Glowing Ages Academy, Kaura District. The annual event, known for its craftsmanship and bespoke artistry, will bring together collectors, enthusiasts and designers for a curated display of custom jewelry roo

Gaidam Pushes for Nationwide Drone Surveillance to Boost Police Intelligence

(L–R): Representative of the Minister of Information, Mrs. Evelyn Odigbo (Director, National Archives); Permanent Secretary (MPA), Dr. Anuma Ogbonnaya Nlia; Author, Bolaji Oladimeji Kazeem and his wife, Bilikisu Motunrayo; AIG Zone 7, AIG Victor Olaiya; Malami Garba (Director, Special Duties, Education); and Senior Associate, First Trustee Ltd., Aminu Dabo Musa, during the launch of the book Articles on Policy Dissemination: Navigating the Management Decision on Issues at the

Nigeria, Sierra Leone Seal Digital Economy Pact as Tijani Leads Landmark Trade Mission

Nigeria, Sierra Leone Seal Digital Economy Pact as Tijani Leads Landmark Trade Mission By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA November, 2025 - Nigeria and Sierra Leone have formalised a new era of digital cooperation following a high-level bilateral trade mission led by Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy, Dr. ‘Bosun Tijani. The two-day engagement in Freetown concluded with the signing of multiple Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to advance c

NASENI, PICTT Award N229m Grants to 14 Women Engineers Driving National Innovation

NASENI, PICTT Award N229m Grants to 14 Women Engineers Driving National Innovation By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA November, 2025 - The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), in partnership with the Presidential Implementation Committee on Technology Transfer (PICTT), has awarded N229 million in grants to 14 female engineers under the Developing Engineering Leaders Through Her (DELT-Her 2.0) initiative. The grants were presented at an aw

Senate Confirms New NCC Board, Approves Olorunnimbe as Chairman

Senate Confirms New NCC Board, Approves Olorunnimbe as Chairman By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA November, 2025 - The Senate on Tuesday confirmed Idris Ibikunle Olorunnimbe as Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) after he successfully scaled through screening by the Senate Committee on Communications. His confirmation came during plenary, where the upper chamber adopted the committee’s report without objection. Also confirmed as Commis

NCC Unveils Digital Economy Awareness Fora to Drive Inclusive National Development

NCC Unveils Digital Economy Awareness Fora to Drive Inclusive National Development By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA November, 2025 - The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has announced plans to host the maiden edition of its Digital Awareness and Sensitization Fora, a new platform aimed at strengthening policy engagement, innovation, and infrastructure development for Nigeria’s digital future. Scheduled for November 13, 2025, the initiative is designed to suppo

New Climate Pledges Barely Shift Global Warming Trajectory — UNEP Warns of Approaching 1.5°C Overshoot

New Climate Pledges Barely Shift Global Warming Trajectory — UNEP Warns of Approaching 1.5°C Overshoot By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA November, 2025 - Global temperature projections have fallen only marginally despite new climate pledges submitted under the Paris Agreement, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) warns in its Emissions Gap Report 2025: Off Target released Tuesday. The latest assessment shows that even with full implementation of updated Nationally Deter

Nigeria Reasserts Leadership in Digital Governance at ICEGOV 2025

Nigeria Reasserts Leadership in Digital Governance at ICEGOV 2025 By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA November, 2025 - Nigeria has reiterated its commitment to advancing digital transformation and strengthening good governance as the 18th International Conference on Theory and Practice of Electronic Governance (ICEGOV 2025) opened in Abuja. The conference, held at the Shehu Musa Yar’adua Centre, gathered global experts, policymakers, and innovators to explore new directi

UN Report Warns Slow Climate Adaptation Funding Endangers Millions, Threatens Global Economies

UN Report Warns Slow Climate Adaptation Funding Endangers Millions, Threatens Global Economies By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA October, 2025 - A new United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) report has warned that inadequate funding for climate adaptation in developing countries is putting millions of lives and entire economies at risk, as climate impacts intensify worldwide. The Adaptation Gap Report 2025: Running on Empty, released ahead of COP30 in Belém, Brazil

NITDA DG Urges Governors to Drive Inclusive Growth Through Digital Collaboration

NITDA DG Urges Governors to Drive Inclusive Growth Through Digital Collaboration By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA October, 2025 - The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, has called on state governors to partner more closely with the federal government in accelerating technology-driven development and inclusive growth across Nigeria. He made this appeal during a high-level visit to the Nigeria Governo

NITDA DG Urges Bold Digital Investment to Power Africa’s Economic Future

L-R: Ronell Govender of Naspers; Ani Charles Bassey-Eyo of LANI Group; Manjit Dhillon of Helios Towers; Hannah Hanawanza-Redders of Data for Change Foundation; Sam Rolland of Economist Intelligence Corporate Network; and NITDA Director General, Kashifu Inuwa, during the panel session on “Digital Infrastructure for Jobs and Trade in Africa” at the 2nd Annual Sustainability Week Africa held in Cape Town, South Africa. NITDA DG Urges Bold Digital Investment to Power Africa’s Eco

Renewable Energy and Digital Innovation Key to Rural Prosperity — NITDA DG

Renewable Energy and Digital Innovation Key to Rural Prosperity — NITDA DG By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA October, 2025 - The Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa, CCIE, has emphasised that renewable energy and technology are critical enablers of inclusive growth and sustainable transformation in Nigeria’s rural communities. Speaking as a panellist at the Civil Society Policy Forum during the 2025 Annual M

Nigeria Leads Africa’s AI Future, Says NITDA DG at GITEX 2025

Nigeria Leads Africa’s AI Future, Says NITDA DG at GITEX 2025 By Gloria Sarauniya Usman ABUJA, NIGERIA October, 2025 - Nigeria has reaffirmed its position as Africa’s emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) powerhouse, with the Director General of the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Kashifu Inuwa Abdullahi, CCIE, declaring the nation’s strategic commitment to responsible and inclusive AI adoption. Speaking during a Fireside Chat at the AI Stage of th

RETHINKING THE 35% AFFIRMATIVE ACTION BILL: WHAT NIGERIAN WOMEN TRULY NEED IS EQUITY, NOT EQUALITY

RETHINKING THE 35% AFFIRMATIVE ACTION BILL: WHAT NIGERIAN WOMEN TRULY NEED IS EQUITY, NOT EQUALITY As conversations continue around the 35% Affirmative Action Bill for Nigerian women in governance, it is time for us — as women — to pause, reflect, and redefine what we truly want. When we demand inclusion, our goal should not merely be equality, because men and women are not on the same footing in terms of historical access, social conditioning, or structural privilege. What w

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