The Iwere Indigenous Voice (IIV) advocacy group has urged the Nigerian Federal Government to reject calls for decentralization of pipeline surveillance contracts. The group argues that such a move is calculated to grant certain actors unfettered access to oil facilities and revive illegal bunkering.

An advocacy group has called on the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) to investigate the arrest and detention of Charlize Cameron Garzon, an alleged New People’s Army member, in Mindoro.

An advocacy group is pressing the UK government to provide more assistance to British nationals detained in the UAE, who were allegedly arrested for taking pictures of Iranian attacks.

New Zealand is facing a deepening fuel crisis, with rural distributors forced to prioritize supplies due to port allocation rules, severely impacting ongoing harvests. Amidst this, an advocacy group is calling for the prioritization of food security, especially after food processors announced plans to close some New Zealand plants.

The current Department of Justice, under the Trump administration, is reportedly continuing to enforce a pistol brace rule established during the Biden administration, leading to questions and criticism from gun owners and advocacy groups.

The Rights Accountability Network, a human rights advocacy group in Ghana, has condemned the government for allegedly exploiting unemployed youth by charging high recruitment fees for security services, despite many applicants not being selected.

An advocacy group has commended President Tinubu’s recent visit to the UK, asserting that it has significantly strengthened Nigeria-UK bilateral relations and fostered new economic opportunities.

Advocacy groups in Taiwan are calling for migrant workers to be included under the country's newer pension system, aiming to provide them with improved retirement benefits.

New Zealand's Corrections department attributes a surge in prison sexual assault allegations to a new complaints system, while an advocacy group suggests it reflects long-standing, newly visible issues.

An Afghan asylum-seeker has died while in ICE custody, according to a US advocacy group.

Fifty Minnesota school districts are allegedly using taxpayer money to offer race-based financial incentives and layoff protections for teachers of color, leading to discrimination claims from advocacy groups.

An advocacy group plans to host a charity concert to commemorate World Autism Day, raising awareness for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a developmental condition affecting the brain.

MANILA, Philippines – A health advocacy group called for the passage of a bill that will implement front-of-package warning labels and comprehensive marketing restrictions for unhealthy food and…

An organization named 'Friends on Rail' is pushing for the development of third and fourth rail lines in Kerala, India, to alleviate travel problems, citing economic and regional issues that are delaying a capital-intensive high-speed rail project.

Shadow treasurer Tim Wilson announced he has sold his investment against the share market for a 'modest profit' and donated the gains to an advocacy group for gay rights in Iran.

The new guidance published last week, and described as a review of current evidence, has been criticised by patients and advocacy groups.

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The National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) has severed ties with Meta, citing ongoing child-safety trials and concerns raised by advocacy groups like ParentsSOS regarding Big Tech partnerships.

A pastor faces potential charges after being arrested for allegedly 'inciting religious hatred' during a street sermon in the UK, sparking concerns about religious freedom.

A parents' advocacy group highlights the growing legal pressure on tech companies as multiple trials concerning social media addiction are anticipated this year.

Consumer advocacy group Foodwatch criticizes several foods, including fromage blanc and Skyr, for being marketed as healthy despite being ultra-processed and linked to increased risks of chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes and obesity.

Over 200 children's specialists, advocacy groups, and schools have sent a letter to Google, raising concerns about the lack of substance and potential harm in AI-generated videos targeting children on YouTube. They are calling for a prohibition of such content.

A recent Talbot Mills Research survey, commissioned by advocacy group Dental For All, found broad support for free dental care across the political spectrum.

Advocacy group CitizenWatch Philippines has reiterated its call for the government to classify internet access as the country’s 'fifth' utility, alongside electricity, water, gas, and transportation, as its costs continue to decline.

The departing director of Rover, a public transport advocacy group, has criticized the lack of clear direction in The Hague, stating that travelers are ultimately paying the price for this deficiency.

Environmental advocacy groups are suing the US government, alleging that decades of US policy, long before the Trump administration, have harmed the environment and are challenging current climate change policy rollbacks.

The two co-founders of the climate advocacy group Kpop4planet have been named to National Geographic’s 33 list for 2026, marking the first time a Korean has been included in the annual recognition of global changemakers. Kpop4planet said Wednesday that Kim Hye-kyeong and Nurul Sarifah were selected in the “Visionaries” category, which honors individuals driving breakthrough solutions to pressing global challenges. NG33, launched last year in honor of the 33 founding members of National Geographi

It described the 2015 general elections as a high point for Nigeria’s democracy but warned that progress has since weakened, particularly following the 2019 and 2023 polls. The post 2027: Advocacy group, GoNigeria, urges urgent electoral reforms appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Advocacy groups in the Netherlands warn that nearly 10,000 polling stations, legally required to be accessible for people with physical disabilities, fail to meet these standards.

The fee had been increased to $2,350 in 2014, prompting criticism and legal challenges from advocacy groups and Americans living abroad.

‘The real danger may not be Iran’s missiles overhead but the Emirati authorities’ react to what people post online.’

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An advocacy group has called for urgent action to address disparities in gender equality protections across Nigerian states, which create an uneven playing field for women's economic participation.

A federal judge found that the designation for CAIR, one of the nation’s largest Muslim advocacy groups, had violated the organization’s First Amendment rights.

Third Way, the moderate Democratic advocacy group and think tank, has an expansive and expensive plan to shape the 2028 presidential campaign.

An advocacy group reports over 900 instances of "repression," including smears, disinformation, and harassment, against Palestinian solidarity efforts in Britain.

In this year’s Easter bun battle, the Australian consumer advocacy group awards 95% to a non-traditional product

Advocacy groups are launching 'Bisto Proyekto,' a nationwide inspection of government infrastructure projects, ahead of the 40th EDSA People Power Anniversary.

Claire Heafford, head of a gymnastics abuse victims' advocacy group, discussed dependencies and violence in the sport, and how to achieve excellence without harm.

Advocacy groups are calling on YouTube to implement stronger measures to safeguard children from harmful and low-quality 'AI slop' videos generated by artificial intelligence.

An Indian-American advocacy group has published a guide for Indians residing in America, responding to an observed increase in hostility towards the community.

A leading public health advocacy group, Vision for Accelerated Sustainable Development (VAST) Ghana, has raised an alarm over a growing 'breathing crisis' in the country, stating that air pollution is rapidly becoming a major cause of death. The group is calling for an urgent policy overhaul to address the issue.

Sheryl Sandberg's organization, Lean In, has laid off a quarter of its staff and announced a new strategic focus on combating the manosphere. This move marks a significant restructuring for the women's advocacy group.

AdvoKC, an advocacy group, is seeking legislative support from an Ogun lawmaker for the Gender Composition Bill, which aims to ensure 35% female inclusion in appointments.

Advocacy groups have successfully petitioned to place initiatives on ballots in Maine and Colorado, allowing voters to decide on bans for transgender athletes in girls' sports.

Jewish advocacy groups are pressing Canadian Liberals to enact legislation that would ban the glorification of terrorism, specifically citing praise for Hamas attacks, after initial bipartisan attempts were rejected by a parliamentary committee.

Consumer advocacy groups in Cyprus have called for the reinstatement of fuel subsidies as pump prices continue to rise, while the state power utility announced that electricity bills are likely to increase next month.

An Afghan asylum-seeker has died while in the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), an advocacy group reports.

CitizenWatch Philippines, a consumer advocacy group, has urged lawmakers to halt deliberations on a proposed internet data rollover bill, emphasizing the need for broader consultations to prevent disruptions.

A survey by an advocacy group found that nearly 90 per cent of Hong Kong smokers cannot distinguish smuggled cigarettes from duty-paid ones under the government’s proposed plain packaging, raising concerns about efforts to detect illicit tobacco.

The Wise Response Society wants more action from the government in the face of what could be "massive economic disruption" caused by global fuel shortages.

Doctors across Canada are "deeply concerned" about the Alberta government's plan to expand private health care, said Dr.

A Finnish property owner advocacy group, Rakli, forecasts a sluggish year for housing construction projects, with significant improvement dependent on Finland's overall economic growth.

An anti-suicide advocacy group, Suicide Is No Solution, has raised alarm over Nigeria's worsening suicide crisis, reporting an estimated 15,000 to 16,000 annual deaths and one suicide every 33 seconds.

A bike advocacy group has praised a New Zealand government proposal to allow children under 12 to cycle on footpaths, part of a broader set of transport changes including allowing e-scooters in cycle lanes and mandating one-meter passing gaps for drivers.

A farm advocacy group in the Philippines is calling for local government units to mandate registration for agricultural traders to prevent predatory practices and ensure fair prices for farmers and fisherfolk.

Environmental advocacy groups have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for rescinding the US Environmental Protection Agency's climate change endangerment finding, a move aimed at reducing regulation.

A homebuyer advocacy group has alleged that several state regulators have failed to publish the annual reports mandated under the law. Has RERA improved project delivery? What are RERA reports and why are they important for protecting homebuyers? We take a look: