Senate President Godswill Akpabio distributed 10 outboard engine fishing boats to women in Akwa Ibom's riverine communities on Boxing Day, boosting local livelihoods. Read more about this empowerment initiative.
Inspire World International Foundation's final 2025 outreach fed over 850 people in Mararaba, providing meals, raw food, and business tools to women. See how they're creating lasting change.
CitySports Africa launched its 1000 Boots Project in Lagos, distributing Adidas boots to young footballers. Ex-Super Eagle Ogenyi Onazi urged discipline. Read more.
As Nigeria's economic crisis deepens, widows and orphans remain outside formal welfare coverage. The SMILE Project's outreach to 1,500 beneficiaries highlights the urgent need for a structured national safety net.
The World Bank's IMPACT project has revitalised 83 Primary Health Centres in Kwara State, enhancing access to quality healthcare, safe deliveries, and immunisation for over 722,000 outpatients. Read more.
The World Bank has greenlit a $500 million package to boost credit access for Nigeria's MSMEs. The FINCLUDE project targets women-led and agribusiness firms to drive growth and jobs. Read more.
At the 14th Inspiring Women Africa conference in Lagos, former Ethiopian President Sahle-Work Zewde called on women to own their narratives. Nigerian Minister Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim highlighted digital tools for empowerment. Read more.
Dr. Chibuzor Azubuike argues education without empowerment leaves women vulnerable. Her research and foundations focus on building leadership and resilience for sustainable impact.
Sarah Stephen reflects on the transformative power of community for Nigerian women, urging a trauma-informed justice system and an end to aid dependency. Read how women are redefining ambition.
WRAHP trained 20 journalists from Lagos and Edo States on ethical reporting of SGBV cases to protect survivors and advance justice. Learn how media can drive change.
Nigeria surpasses targets, freeing 47.1 million people from elephantiasis and river blindness treatment. A $4.9m Gates-funded project strengthens labs and health systems. Read the full story.
APC senatorial aspirant Kayode Fakuyi urges First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to lead the push for 144 reserved seats for women in the National Assembly by 2027. Strategic planning is vital to avoid past failures.
High Chief Ebere Ifendu, founder of Women in Politics Forum, celebrated her son Eric's wedding in a grand ceremony attended by national dignitaries. The event highlighted family, legacy, and women's empowerment. Read more about this joyous convergence.
VCDF's Reform360 programme, backed by SEEPCO, provides mental health, vocational & entrepreneurship training to 200 incarcerated women in Lagos, fostering hope and reintegration.
The World Bank has approved additional financing for Nigeria's SPESSE project, citing its 'satisfactory' performance in bridging critical skills gaps in procurement and environmental standards. Over 85,000 Nigerians have been trained.
The Nigerian government and CREDICORP have launched a programme to provide 10,000 women nationwide with vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles to boost their participation in transport and logistics. Discover how this initiative aims to drive economic growt
The Federal Government has approved N47 billion to reconstruct the long-abandoned 6.7km Wuju-Wuju Jakara road in Kano, a project started in 2013. Read more about this major infrastructure revival.
Governor Dauda Lawal has launched a European Union-funded project to build peace and resilience in conflict-hit areas of Zamfara and Katsina, targeting over 95,000 people. Read more.
APC's Hajia Zainab Abubakar Ibrahim urges swift constitutional amendment to reserve seats for women in the National Assembly, citing urgent need for gender equity in Nigerian politics.
Expert warns Nigeria's growth is unsustainable without women. Closing gender gaps could add $12 trillion to global GDP. New foundation launched in Abuja to drive change.
Governor Uba Sani finalises a $200m poultry deal with China, set to create 350,000 jobs and generate $450m annually for Kaduna State. Read the full story.
Women leaders and officials in Kaduna urge lawmakers to pass the Reserved Seats for Women Bill for political inclusion. The call highlights the need for action beyond rhetoric.
The Cosmopolitan Women Club celebrated its 20th anniversary in Lagos, calling for gender equality in offices and unveiling legacy projects including a neonatal ward and public toilets. Read more.
The 17th Global ELOY Awards celebrated Africa's most influential women across tech, agriculture, media & more. See the full list of winners who are driving change.
The World Women Organisation launches its Nigeria chapter in Lagos, focusing on tech-driven empowerment for underserved women. Former Governor Amaechi pledges equal cabinet appointments.
Masked gunmen have kidnapped two Chinese nationals at a BUA road construction site in Kwara state. The police confirmed the incident amid rising insecurity and a new Defence Minister appointment.
CitySports Foundation launches the 1000 Boots Project in Lagos, providing boots, training & opportunities to underserved youth. Event set for Dec 23 at National Stadium.
A Nigerian university student shares her struggle with final year project work, revealing it remains difficult even with AI assistance. Discover her story and reactions from others who faced similar challenges.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu and top officials honor Nigerian policewomen's 70-year legacy of courage and service, urging more women to join the force. Read the inspiring details.
UK PACT launches a national project to equip Nigerian businesses with tools to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution from transport, aiming to save lives and boost green growth.