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.
Discover how banker Ozovehe Peter Otohinoyi is redefining Nigerian finance by combining statistics with human stories, achieving 200% revenue growth and empowering women entrepreneurs in Sokoto.
QNET calls for legal backing of direct selling in Sub-Saharan Africa to boost job creation and empower youth. Learn how this model tackles unemployment and wellness challenges.
Cross River State approves 500 entrepreneurs for SMEDAN-Sterling Bank loans at 5% interest rate. Governor Otu's initiative aims to boost small businesses and economic growth across the state.
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.
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.
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 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 successfully concluded its fifth Media Visibility Bootcamp, empowering women with leadership and visibility strategies. Learn how this transformative program is shaping female leaders globally.
NACETEM unveils a 5-year plan to equip 1 million Nigerians with tech, innovation, and entrepreneurship skills. This initiative aims to boost national competitiveness and create a skilled workforce for a knowledge-driven economy. Learn more about this tran
Education experts criticize Nigeria's Science and Technology ministries for inadequate innovation support. They urge curriculum reforms emphasizing entrepreneurship from primary level.
Senator Opeyemi Bamidele emphasizes entrepreneurship and technical skills as crucial for Nigeria's economic transformation. Learn how digital education can position Nigeria among emerging digital economies.
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.
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!
Bank of Industry launches structured Business Clinic model to address MSME survival crisis. Only 20% of Nigerian businesses survive past 5 years. New program targets 24,000 enterprises by 2027.
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.
European Union launches Women Venture Studio in Kano to empower female digital entrepreneurs through skills training, market access and circular fashion initiatives. Join the movement!
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.
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.
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.
Nile University commits to fighting unemployment through hands-on entrepreneurship programmes and a new French-donated fabrication lab. Discover how they are shaping future leaders.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Prof. Taiwo Oyedele calls on Nigerian graduates to embrace digital entrepreneurship for job creation and economic growth at YABATECH's 37th convocation lecture.
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.
The Iconic Brand Africa Academy celebrated its first graduation in Lagos, empowering 22 entrepreneurs from four countries with skills for business growth and innovation.
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!
Nigeria Governors' Forum inaugurates Community of Practice for Women Affairs Commissioners to advance gender equality, women's empowerment across all 36 states.