Ogun Establishes 2,000 Women Groups for Economic Empowerment
Ogun State forms 2,000 Women Affinity Groups under NFWP scale-up to enhance finance access, skills, and networking for women. A major step for livelihoods.
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Ogun Uplifts 2,000 Women's Groups Through NFWP-SU Initiative
Ogun State launches 2,000 Women Affinity Groups under NFWP-SU to boost financial literacy & entrepreneurship. See how Ijebu-Ode, Ifo, Sagamu & Ado-Odo/Ota LGAs benefit.
Girls Thrive Initiative Launched for Abuja Adolescent Girls
Omidan Health and Empowerment Initiative launches Girls Thrive, a co-created FLHE programme for girls 15-19 in Gbazango, Abuja, funded by Philantify. Empowering health, leadership & economic resilience.
Folashade Olukoya Honoured with EuroStar Luminary Award
Dr. Folashade Elizabeth Olukoya receives the EuroStar Luminary Award for Creative Excellence in London. Discover how her art empowers women globally.
Tech Herfrica's Rural Women Work Earns Continental Award
Tech Herfrica wins Best Digital Inclusion Initiative 2025 at MEA Business Awards for bridging the digital gap for rural women in Nigeria, boosting economic power and opportunity.
Guardian Woman Festival 2026: Month-Long Women's Summit
The Guardian Woman Festival 2026, a landmark month-long event at Lagos's Federal Palace Hotel, aims to transform women's empowerment in Nigeria through strategic networking, partnerships, and growth opportunities aligned with the UN theme 'Give to Gain'.
Borno Governor Announces Major Rural Allowance Increase
Governor Babagana Zulum announces a 100% salary allowance for doctors and 40% for nurses in rural Borno to tackle healthcare staffing shortages. The move aims to compete with INGO salaries.
Last-Mile Hurdles Rob Rural Nigeria of Digital Economy
Despite billions invested in fibre, Nigeria's rural communities remain disconnected. Explore how the last-mile gap cripples farmers, healthcare, and education, widening the national digital divide.
Akpabio Donates Fishing Boats to Akwa Ibom Women
Senate President Godswill Akpabio boosts livelihoods in Akwa Ibom by donating 10 fully-equipped fishing boats to women and cooperatives in riverine communities. Read more.
Akpabio Gives Fishing Boats to Riverine Women in Akwa Ibom
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.
Foundation's Christmas Outreach Feeds, Empowers 850 in Mararaba
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.
Yobe Creates 3 New Agencies for Infrastructure, Healthcare
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has launched three new MDAs to enhance rural electrification, combat drug abuse, and drive urban development. The state also doubled scholarships for 28,346 students.
Man Empowers Village with Keke, Sewing Machines at Christmas
Francis Nwaogwugu Udochukwu spreads joy in his community with a massive empowerment program featuring tricycles, motorcycles, and cash gifts. See the heartwarming story.
2025 FBM Roundtable: Rethinking Girls' Education for Impact
The Opekete Foundation's 2025 roundtable convened 200 leaders to demand a shift in girls' education from mere access to building confidence, leadership, and global impact. Read the key insights.
N50m Grant Disbursed to 1,000 Women in Ogun
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu disbursed N50 million to women entrepreneurs in Ogun State. Each of the 1,000 beneficiaries received N50,000 as a non-repayable grant. Read more about this empowerment initiative.
1000 Ogun Women Get N50k Business Grants from RHI & TEF
The Renewed Hope Initiative and Tony Elumelu Foundation have empowered 1000 women in Ogun State with N50,000 grants each to boost their small-scale businesses. Read how this initiative aims to transform households and communities.
Kwara Lawmaker Empowers 500 Widows, 100 Constituents
Hon. Maryam Yusuf Aladi empowers over 600 Kwarans with food, cash, and equipment. The initiative supports Governor AbdulRazaq's efforts for the vulnerable. Read more.
Workshop Aims to Unlock Funding for Rural Women Farmers
ICEHD convened 52 stakeholders in Lagos to tackle financial barriers for rural women farmers, exploring climate finance pathways and gender-responsive solutions for resilience.
EDEN Group Unveils EDNI to Boost Agriculture and Health
Eden Moringa Group launches EDNI Limited, an agricultural platform to support farmers, improve rural incomes, and expand access to health products in Nigeria. Discover how this initiative tackles economic hardship.
Benue Governor Alia Presents ₦605.5bn 2026 Budget
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia presents a ₦605.5bn budget for 2026, focusing on rural development and growth. Read the full details and allocations here.
110 Lagos Widows Get Food, Cash Gifts for Christmas
His Heavenly Light Ministry supports over 110 Lagos widows with food items and financial capital for Christmas, marking the third phase of its empowerment program. Founder Dr. Cecilia Onitiri outlines plans to increase grants.
Chibuzor Azubuike on Women's Education & Empowerment
Dr. Chibuzor Azubuike argues education without empowerment leaves women vulnerable. Her research and foundations focus on building leadership and resilience for sustainable impact.
Gathering 2025: Women of Faith Challenge Limiting Narratives
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.
Edo Deputy Governor Orders Boost for Rural Health Facilities
Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa directs the strengthening of rural Primary Healthcare Centres and announces a major Measles-Rubella vaccine campaign for 2026, targeting all children aged 9 months to 14 years.
Edo Deputy Governor Orders Boost for Rural Health Centres
Edo Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa mandates stronger rural primary healthcare. Plans 2026 Measles-Rubella vaccine campaign for children 9 months to 14 years. Read more.
Kaduna Teachers' Retirement Age Raised to 65 by Gov Uba Sani
Governor Uba Sani approves enhanced conditions for Kaduna teachers, extending retirement to 65 years and introducing rural allowances to improve education quality and retain experience.
Reform360 Offers Lifeline to Women in Kirikiri Custodial Facility
VCDF's Reform360 programme, backed by SEEPCO, provides mental health, vocational & entrepreneurship training to 200 incarcerated women in Lagos, fostering hope and reintegration.
FG, CREDICORP Empower 10,000 Women with Mobility Assets
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
BudgIT: States Must Build Systems for Women's Empowerment
BudgIT calls on Nigerian states to replace ad hoc welfare with structured systems for women's economic empowerment. New report ranks all 36 states. Read the findings.
Nigeria's Teledensity Reaches 81%, Data Use Hits 1.23m TB
Nigerian Communications Commission reports teledensity at 80.87% with massive data consumption despite tariff hikes. 4G dominates as government approves 4,000 new towers for rural areas. Read the full analysis.
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