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If you witness online abuse, whether cyberbullying, coordinated harassment, or the non-consensual sharing of intimate images, there are safe ways to take action. The UN, in partnership with Green Dot, recommends the 5Ds of bystander intervention. Distract to interrupt the attack, Delegate by calling on others for support, Document responsibly (without causing further harm), Delay by checking in with the victim, and Direct by reporting or safely addressing the abuse. #EndDigitalViolence #OnlineSafety #DigitalRights #StopCyberHarassment #Accountability @UNICEF @PINDFoundation

Spending on foreign missions surged from N79.15 billion in 2023 to N273.54 billion in 2025, with over 80% going to personnel costs. At the same time, capital expenditure jumped by 366%, largely driven by renovations, vehicles, and office equipment. Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/governan… @FinMinNigeria

As we mark the end of Ramadan, may this season bring peace, renewed strength, and shared prosperity to individuals, families, and communities. At Dataphyte, we remain committed to advancing a more informed, inclusive, and equitable society—values that reflect the spirit of Eid. Eid Mubarak to you and your loved ones.

What makes someone a perpetrator of digital violence or Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV) is not only directly attacking someone online using digital technologies. Playing “neutral” or remaining silent when you could support the person being targeted or report the abuse can also make you a secondary perpetrator. Watching, sharing, commenting on, or liking revenge porn or non-consensual intimate content posted online to harm someone also contributes to the abuse. These actions retraumatise the victim and further amplify the violence. When you see someone being bullied, body-shamed, harassed, or targeted with revenge porn online, don’t scroll past it. Report the content if possible and show support to the person being targeted. Small actions like these help make our digital spaces safer for everyone to connect, interact, and express themselves. #EndDigitalViolence #OnlineSafety #DigitalRights #StopCyberHarassment #Accountability @UNICEF @UNHumanRights @privacyint @ndpcngr @ParadigmHQ @PINigeria

In Jigawa State, Umar Namadi (@uanamadi) has approved a fiscal budget of over ₦901.8 billion for 2026, up from ₦698.3 billion in 2025. With more than ₦200 billion added to the previous allocation, the question remains: will this increase drive meaningful development across the state? #2026Budget #2026StateBudget #Jigawa

Nigeria operates 109 diplomatic missions globally, including 76 embassies, 22 high commissions, and 11 consulates. During the period without ambassadors, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs budget rose sharply, increasing by 63.2% in 2024 and 129.23% in 2025. Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/governan… @FinMinNigeria @budgetoffice @PlanningNG @NGRPresident

The Numbeo Groceries Index rose only marginally, from 30.4 in 2020 to 30.6 in 2025, but households are experiencing a different reality. Many Nigerians report that the same basket of food now consumes a significantly larger share of their income than it did five years ago. Read more: dataphyte.com/issue/pocket-s… #CostOfLiving #FoodInflation #NigeriaEconomy #InflationCrisis #HouseholdFinance

Nigeria has appointed 65 ambassadors, more than two years after recalling envoys in 2023. The new list includes 31 career diplomats and 34 non-career ambassadors, ending a prolonged period where chargés d’affaires led foreign missions. Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/governan…

What question comes to your mind when a survivor shares her experience of being abused or violated online? If your first response is to ask what the survivor did to trigger the abuse, you may be unintentionally re-stigmatising and blaming the victim. In many cases of Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence (TFGBV), survivors did nothing to provoke the attack. The next time a survivor of TFGBV shares an experience with you or online, let’s shift the conversation from “What did she do?” to “How can we support her and hold perpetrators accountable?" #AIethics #DataProtection #PrivacyMatters #ResponsibleAI #DigitalSafety #StopDigitalAbuse #ProtectWomenAndGirls @ndpcngr @NITDANigeria @UNWomenWatch @UNICEF_Nigeria

Nigeria imported an average of 413.4 million litres of petrol daily between Jan 2025 and Jan 2026, about 125 million litres above the 287.5 million litres supplied by domestic refineries, according to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority. This gap explains why global shocks can quickly push fuel prices higher at home. Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/economy/… @NMDPRA_Official @nnpclimited @WorldBankGroup @IEA #GlobalEnergy #NigeriaEconomy #FuelPrices #EnergySecurity

We are seeking field data enumerators across the 774 LGAs in Nigeria 📢 If you have experience in field data collection, surveys, or community engagement, this is an opportunity to contribute to a data-driven research on the nationwide Police Service Access Gap study. This study aims to understand citizens perception in accessing police services in Nigeria and the challenges they encounter. The findings will provide actionable insights to help bridge gaps in access and strengthen police-community relations. Apply here: bit.ly/CFEPAG #Goloka #Enumerator #Police #Research #Datacollection

“It’s just an AI-generated image; it doesn’t mean it’s real.” Many people use this statement to dismiss the risks associated with AI-generated imagery, especially non-consensual intimate imagery shared without the consent of the person depicted. But the harm is real. This February, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission joined more than 60 data protection authorities worldwide in signing a joint statement on AI-generated imagery and privacy protection. The statement recognises the growing risks that the misuse of AI poses to children, women, and girls. While we hope this global commitment translates into a digital space where AI is used responsibly, each of us also has a role to play. Use AI in ways that respect people’s data, dignity, and privacy. Speak out when you see AI being misused to harm others. #AIethics #DataProtection #PrivacyMatters #ResponsibleAI #DigitalSafety #StopDigitalAbuse #ProtectWomenAndGirls @ndpcngr @NITDANigeria @UNWomenWatch @UNICEF_Nigeria

In Enugu State, Governor Peter Mbah (@PNMbah) has approved a fiscal budget of over ₦1.62 trillion for 2026, up from ₦971.1 billion in 2025. With more than ₦100 billion added to the previous allocation, the question remains: will this increase drive meaningful development across the state? #2026Budget #2026StateBudget #Enugu

Call for Field Enumerators across the 774 LGA 📣 We are recruiting field enumerators to support data collection for our nationwide Police Service Access Gap research. This research seeks to understand how citizens across Nigeria access police services and the challenges they encounter when accessing these services. Findings from this research will provide actionable insights to bridge the gaps in accessing police services and strengthen police-community relations. If you have experience in field data collection or community engagement, we encourage you to apply. Register here to participate: bit.ly/CFEPAG #Goloka #Enumerator #Police #Research #Datacollection

Dataphyte is seeking a highly skilled Communications and Social Media Officer and Data Journalist to join our team. The Data Journalist will produce compelling analyses and communicate insights through clear writing and effective visualizations. The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills, experience working with datasets, and the ability to present complex information through charts, graphics, and other visual formats. The Communications and Social Media Officer will disseminate reports, stories, and research outputs across digital platforms. The successful candidate will be responsible for translating data-driven stories into engaging social media content, including graphics and short videos. Eligibility: These roles are open only to female applicants based in Abuja, FCT. Application Deadline: March 27th, 2026 Apply via our career page: dataphyte.com/career

In Ekiti State, Governor Biodun Oyebanji (@biodunaoyebanji) has approved a fiscal budget of over ₦415.57 billion for 2026, up from ₦375.79 billion in 2025. With more than ₦50 billion added to the previous allocation, the question remains: will this increase drive meaningful development across the state? @CJIDAfrica @ekitistategov #2026Budget #2026StateBudget #Ekiti

Just as social etiquette guides how we relate with people in physical spaces, internet etiquette guides how we should behave when interacting in the digital space. The digital space should help us connect, interact, and learn, not become a platform where people are stripped of their dignity. Simple online etiquette, such as respecting others in conversations, being mindful of comments, avoiding harmful content, and not body-shaming, should be habits we all cultivate. A safer digital space begins with how we choose to treat others online. @RoLACNG @HerStoryOSNG @TechHerNG @TechSocietal @naptipnigeria #EndGBV #OnlineGBV #EndOnlineAbuse #WomenSafety

Did you know that many women and girls experience violence online without even realising it? Online violence can have consequences just as serious as physical violence. It can lead to emotional trauma, fear, loss of opportunities, and sometimes even physical harm. Violence is violence, whether it happens online or offline, when an action is intended to harm, intimidate or silence someone. Recognising online abuse is the first step to stopping it. @RoLACNG @HerStoryOSNG @TechHerNG @TechSocietal @naptipnigeria

In 2025, Nigeria ranks among the highest female employment-to-population ratios in Sub-Saharan Africa, with only a few countries, including Madagascar, Burundi, and Tanzania, recording slightly higher female labour force participation, according to the World Bank. Read more: dataphyte.com/issue/senorrit… #WomensEconomicPower #WomenInWork #GenderEquality #LabourMarket #InternationalWomensMonth @WorldBank @IMFNews @UN_Women @ILO

Nigeria imported an average of 413.4 million litres of petrol daily between Jan 2025 and Jan 2026, about 125 million litres above the 287.5 million litres supplied by domestic refineries, according to the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority. This gap explains why global shocks can quickly push fuel prices higher at home. Read more: dataphyte.com/topic/economy/… @NMDPRA_Official @nnpclimited @WorldBankGroup @IEA #GlobalEnergy #NigeriaEconomy #FuelPrices #EnergySecurity