In 2024, Nigeria faces yet another blow to the advancement of human rights as the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act comes under threat of repeal. The VAPP Act, enacted in 2015, has been a crucial piece of legislation designed…
The sit-at-home orders in the southeastern region of Nigeria began in August 2021, initiated by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) as a weekly exercise. This movement was reportedly a response to the abduction and detention of IPOB leader Mazi…
On October 20, 2020, the world watched in horror as peaceful protesters demanding an end to police brutality in Nigeria were met with gunfire at the Lekki Toll Gate. What began as a nationwide movement under the banner of #EndSARS,…
The recent case of domestic violence against Mrs. Amarachi Lawrence Uzor, who was brutally abused by her husband on the 31st of August, 2024, has sent shockwaves through the community of Umuahia in Abia State, as well as across Nigeria…
BACKGROUND OF STUDY: Family planning refers to the ability of individuals and couples to anticipate and attain their desired number of children, spacing, and timing of births. It involves: 1. Contraception: Using methods to prevent pregnancy, such as birth control…
Recently, I had the pleasure of attending an extraordinary exhibition organized by VSI at the MAD House in UNILAG. Themed "Tò bà sé wo/If It Were You," this event was a profound exploration of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights…
World Day Against Child Labour 2024: "Let's Act on Our Commitments: End Child Labour" Every year on June 12th, the world unites to recognize the urgency of ending child labour. The World Day Against Child Labour serves as a poignant…
Imagine a world where access to sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) services, products, and information is not just a luxury for some, but a fundamental right for all. In rural communities across Nigeria, this vision remains a distant dream…
2024 THEME: LEARNING FOR LASTING PEACE.Peace is a state of harmony in which individuals and communities coexist in respect and understanding. It is also the presence of positive elements, such as justice, equality, and compassion. Peace is not just the…
As the World Marks Universal Health Coverage Declaration Day – December 12, 2023 By Mojirola Jolaoso Programs Intern - Vision Spring Initiatives Universal Health Coverage means that all people have access to the full range of quality healthcare services they…
In commemoration of Universal Health Coverage Declaration Day – December 12, 2023 By Temitope Lawani Program Officer Research and Education - Vision Spring Initiatives Nigeria's healthcare landscape has witnessed a series of changes, marked by persistent challenges that demand attention…
The power of Education cannot be overstated. Education is the act of acquiring or imparting general knowledge to develop the skill of reasoning to prepare oneself or others intellectually for a mature life. As a fundamental pillar of human development,…