70 Years of Women in Nigerian Police Force Celebrated
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.
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$50m Credit Boost for Northern Nigeria MSMEs
British International Investment and FCMB partner to provide a $50 million credit facility, with 70% targeting MSMEs in Northern Nigeria and 30% for women-owned businesses nationwide. Read more.
Reps Scrutinize Women's Affairs Ministry Budget
The House Committee on Women Affairs has charged the ministry to ensure its 2024 budget translates to real gains for gender equality and women's welfare. Read the full details.
Northern Leaders Suspend Mining, Back State Police
Northern governors and traditional rulers have imposed a six-month mining suspension and approved a N1bn monthly security fund to tackle banditry and insecurity. Read the full communiqué.
Northern Governors Warn Region's Future at Risk from Insecurity
Northern governors and traditional rulers issue urgent warning on insecurity after Kaduna meeting. They call for state policing and unity to combat banditry and kidnappings.
Nigeria's development lags as women face exclusion
Stakeholders warn Nigeria's progress will slow unless gaps in women's empowerment, finance, and political participation are closed. Experts cite information, resource, and skills gaps as major barriers.
Nigerian Celebrities Demand Tinubu Resign Over Insecurity
Mr Macaroni, Falz, Adewole Adebayo and Verydarkman challenge President Tinubu to resign over worsening security crisis. Read their powerful statements.
Why Older Women Choose Freedom Over Remarriage
Discover why Nigerian women over 50 are choosing independence and self-fulfillment instead of remarrying. Research shows single women are happier and more satisfied with life.
Women Inherit 70% of $124 Trillion Wealth Transfer
Forbes reports women will inherit 70% of $124 trillion in the great wealth transfer. Learn how this shift impacts Nigeria and women's financial empowerment worldwide.
Faith Oloruntoba Champions Women in Travel and Tech
Nigerian-Canadian entrepreneur Faith Oloruntoba shares her journey building Ivory Luxe Journeys and Groupbuyhive, advocating for women's empowerment through transformative travel experiences and technology.
FSDH Bank Invests N3bn in Women-Led Businesses
FSDH Merchant Bank reaffirms commitment to women's economic inclusion, disbursing over N3 billion in loans to female entrepreneurs through its Women in Business Initiative.
Women of Rubies Concludes Media Visibility Bootcamp 5.0
Women of Rubies successfully concluded its fifth Media Visibility Bootcamp, empowering women with leadership and visibility strategies. Learn how this transformative program is shaping female leaders globally.
Celebrating Spouses of Nigeria's Labour Leaders
Discover the untold stories of labour leaders' spouses - the silent heroes supporting Nigeria's workers' rights movement through sacrifice and resilience.
ActionAid Urges Action on Digital Violence vs Women
ActionAid Nigeria calls for urgent measures against technology-facilitated gender-based violence during 16 Days of Activism. Over 6,000 GBV cases recorded in Nigeria in 2024.
Women tackle under-representation in Nigerian politics
Nigerian women identify cultural barriers and under-representation as major hurdles in politics. They advocate for policy adoption to achieve equitable political future. Join the movement!
Northern Governors Security Meeting on November 29
Northern Nigeria's 19 governors schedule crucial security meeting with traditional rulers in Kaduna to address escalating attacks and kidnappings. Citizens urged to support security agencies.
36% of Married Nigerian Women Face Domestic Violence
Alarming data reveals 36% of married women in Nigeria survive intimate partner violence. Stakeholders demand passage of the Reserved Seats Bill to empower women in policymaking and combat GBV.
Spain Beats Nigeria to Secure Striker Edna Imade
Nigeria's Super Falcons lose the race for 25-year-old striker Edna Imade as Spain calls her up for the UEFA Women's Nations League final. Discover the details of this major transfer setback.
Women's Reserved Seats Bill HB1349 Gets Support
Gender advocates intensify calls for Nigeria's Reserved Seats for Women Bill (HB1349) to combat GBV and ensure equal representation in governance. Join the movement for change.
Nana Konadu: Ghana's First Lady Who Empowered Women
Ghana's former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings refused ceremonial roles, founding the 31 December Women's Movement that transformed women's rights. Discover her lasting legacy.
Male-Dominated Delegates Block Women's 2027 Chances
Nigerian women political leaders warn that male-dominated delegate selection in parties undermines their 2027 election prospects. They urge cross-party alliances and legal reforms to boost female representation.
Tinubu to Women: Embrace Digital Skills, Start Small
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerian women to embrace digital skills and start small for economic empowerment. Learn how NITDA's training program is transforming women's futures across Nigeria.
Northern Groups Reject Lopsided Road Projects
Coalition of Northern Groups rejects FEC's ₦1.047tn road contracts, calling it economic sabotage. South gets 93% funds, North 7%. Demands equitable distribution.
Women Lawyers, UN Push for Stronger Legal Protection
African women lawyers and UN officials warn that weak legal protection threatens justice and stability across Africa. Learn about the urgent call for reform at AWLA conference.
National Dialogue on Nigerian Women in Politics
HID Awolowo Foundation convenes critical national dialogue examining women's political participation in Nigeria 30 years after Beijing Declaration. Join the conversation on breaking barriers.
DBN Hosts Women Investment Readiness Accelerator Event
Development Bank of Nigeria hosts WIRA Demo Day on November 21, showcasing women-led businesses to investors. Program addresses funding gaps for female entrepreneurs in competitive markets.
Super Falcons Win CAF Award Third Year Running
Nigeria's Super Falcons secure CAF Women's National Team of the Year award for third consecutive year, cementing African football dominance. Read their historic achievement!
NGF Unveils Women Affairs Commissioners Platform
Nigeria Governors' Forum inaugurates Community of Practice for Women Affairs Commissioners to advance gender equality, women's empowerment across all 36 states.
Ogun Creates Women Trust Fund to Fight Poverty
Ogun State government institutionalizes Oko'wo Dapo scheme into Women Trust Fund to empower women economically. 105,000 beneficiaries targeted across four LGAs with training and resources.
Nigeria Launches Women Empowerment Scale-Up Committee
Federal Government inaugurates technical committee for Nigeria for Women Programme Scale-Up, aiming to extend economic empowerment initiatives to all states and address gender inequality.
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