Soldiers' Widows Lament Neglect at Remembrance Day
Widows of fallen soldiers lament neglect and unpaid insurance benefits at the Armed Forces Remembrance Day in Lagos, calling for urgent government intervention to alleviate their suffering.
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Ondo Governor Gives N50m Loans to Fallen Heroes' Widows
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa disburses N50 million in non-interest loans to widows of fallen heroes in Ondo State. Each beneficiary receives up to N500,000 to boost their businesses and support their families. Read more.
Nigerian Foundation, Governors' Spouses Boost Women's Empowerment
TOS Foundation Africa partners with Nigeria Governors’ Spouses’ Forum to scale women's economic empowerment and child survival programs nationwide. The collaboration leverages a N2.5bn fund.
Osun empowers 2000 with PoS terminals, grants
Osun State Government has empowered 2000 women and youths with PoS terminals, CAC certificates, and grants to boost entrepreneurship and financial independence. Read more about this historic initiative.
Seplat Opens 23-Month Youth Training Programme
Seplat Energy is inviting applications from young Nigerian graduates for its 23-month Applied Technology Training Programme. The initiative offers hands-on oil and gas skills and City & Guilds certification. Apply by January 30, 2026.
Hamzat Calls for Support for Widows of Fallen Heroes
Lagos Deputy Governor Dr Obafemi Hamzat advocates for welfare and empowerment programmes for widows of fallen military personnel during the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Jumat service in Alausa.
What Nigerian Women Demand for 2026: Key Voices
Nigerian women leaders outline critical demands for 2026: economic access, political representation via the Reserved Seats Bill, and systemic redesign. Discover their vision for a more inclusive Nigeria.
Buni Empowers 2,000 Youths with Tricycles, GSM Kits
Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni launches a 2026 empowerment drive, distributing tricycles and GSM repair kits to 2,000 youths to fight poverty and boost employment in the state.
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.
RCCG Youth Lead Outreach, Demand Action on Kidnapping
RCCG Divine Assembly Alapere empowers youth to lead 'The Priceless Gift' outreach, distributing 500 packs. Young leaders call for stronger government measures against student kidnappings. Read more.
Kogi Rep Shares ₦1bn Food Items to Constituents for Christmas
Hon. Leke Abejide launches annual Christmas food distribution worth ₦1 billion to widows and constituents across Yagba Federal Constituency, a gesture sustained for nine years. Read more.
Football Meets Tech: KRI's Skills Drive for Nigerian Youth
Kavod Relief Initiative partners with GICD in Jos, replacing cash prizes with laptops and tech training for adolescents. Discover how sports is a gateway to digital empowerment.
N1bn Food Items Distributed to Kogi Widows for Christmas
Hon. Leke Abejide flags off N1 billion food distribution to widows and constituents in Yagba, Kogi State. The annual gesture includes rice, garri, and wrappers for festive support.
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.
Widows, Orphans Excluded from Nigeria's Social Safety Net
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.
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.
Zulum Gives Food, Free Transport to 6,000 Christians for Christmas
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum provides rice, spaghetti, and oil to over 6,000 Christian widows and IDPs for Christmas. Free transport also approved for non-indigenes. Read more on this act of inclusion.
Church gives food, cash to 30 widows for Christmas
Gateway International Church's Women's Ministry brought festive cheer to 30 widows with food items and cash gifts. The outreach aimed to ease economic pressure during the Yuletide season.
Wema Bank Hackaholics 6.0 Awards N120m to Tech Talents
Wema Bank's Hackaholics 6.0 has empowered young Nigerian innovators, awarding N120 million in cash prizes. Discover the winners and the bank's commitment to STEM and youth development.
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.
Dave Uduanu Named JA Nigeria Board Chairman
Junior Achievement Nigeria appoints Dave Uduanu as its new Board Chairman, succeeding Olaniyi Yusuf after a decade. The organisation aims to expand its impact on youth empowerment.
Zulum's Festive Support: Free Travel, Gifts for 1,050
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum has approved free Christmas transport fares for 750 non-indigenes and cash gifts for 300 widows. This annual initiative promotes unity and eases festive season hardship. Read more about this impactful social intervention.
₦2M Grants Disbursed to Emerging Entrepreneurs in Lagos
The Carol & Prince Arheghan Foundation has disbursed ₦2 million in grants to four young entrepreneurs at its 2025 Business Summit in Lagos. The initiative aims to boost grassroots business development and youth empowerment in Nigeria.
MFM Trains 25 in Fish Farming for Financial Independence
Mountain of Fire and Miracles Ministries trains 25 members in modern fish farming techniques, providing materials for financial empowerment and self-reliance in Lagos.
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.
Untapped Women's Talent Costs Global Economy $12 Trillion
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.
France Boosts Nigeria's GBV Fight with Economic Empowerment Projects
France reaffirms commitment to Nigeria's fight against Gender-Based Violence, investing in 21 local projects across 16 states. Ambassador Marc Fonbaustier highlights economic autonomy as key to protecting women. Read more.
Foundation Advocates Digital Skills for Women, Youths
The Nkata Ndi Inyom Igbo Foundation highlights digital literacy and funding as key to empowering women and youth in tech and agribusiness. Experts call for action to meet Nigeria's 70% digital literacy target by 2027.
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