Calabar Walk Demands End to Digital Violence Against Women
A coalition in Calabar marches against rising digital violence targeting women and girls. Religious leaders and activists call for urgent action during the 16 Days of Activism campaign.
Category : Women Politics
First Girl Child Summit Held in Lagos by Adunni Foundation
The Adunni Save A Girl Foundation held its inaugural Girl Child Summit in Lagos, focusing on leadership and empowerment for young women. Read about the key insights and calls to action from the event.
Educating Girls Key to Ending Gender Violence in Nigeria
As 16 Days of Activism begins, UN official Trond Jensen argues that investing in girls' education and women's empowerment is the most effective strategy to reduce GBV in Nigeria's conflict-affected northeast. Read the full analysis.
Benue Bride is 16, Married Due to Fear - Relative
A relative confirms the Benue bride is 16, marrying over fear her aunt won't fund her education. The story sparks debate on child marriage and education in Nigeria. Read the full details.
Youths Trained to Combat Rising Tech-Facilitated Abuse
CEWHIN trains 50 youths in Osogbo on digital safety & reporting TFGBV, as Zamfara First Lady launches 16 Days Activism. Learn how to fight online abuse.
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.
Nigeria Launches Emergency GBV Response Fund
Federal Government announces emergency fund to combat gender-based violence and support survivors. New initiative launched during 16 Days of Activism against GBV.
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.
Menstrual Poverty: 37M Nigerian Women Lack Pads
37 million Nigerian women face period poverty as condoms get free distribution priority. Learn why menstrual health needs urgent policy action and government intervention.
First Lady Tinubu Supports Women's Reserved Seats Bill
Nigeria's First Lady Oluremi Tinubu endorses Reserved Seats for Women's Bill to boost female political representation from 3.8%. Advocacy lead hails historic move toward inclusive democracy.
Enugu voids child marriage, arrests family
Enugu State Government has nullified an underage marriage in Amufie community, arresting parents, groom, and matchmaker. Officials vow to educate and rehabilitate the girl.
Enugu voids child marriage, arrests parents and groom
Enugu State Government has nullified an underage marriage in Enugu Ezike, arresting the parents, groom, and matchmaker. The rescued teenager will be empowered through education. #ChildRights #EndChildMarriage
Zamfara First Lady launches 16-Day GBV Activism
Zamfara State's First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched the 2025 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, calling for unified action and digital safety.
Cross River: 800 GBV cases, just 5 convictions
Cross River State records 800 gender-based violence cases with only 5 convictions. Commissioner Edema Irom reveals shocking details about GBV in cocoa farms, motor parks, and online. Urgent action needed!
Cross River records 800 GBV cases, 5 convictions
Cross River State reports 800 gender-based violence cases between January-November 2025 with just 5 convictions. Commissioner Irom highlights digital abuse, child labor concerns during UN Women activism launch.
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!
APC Women Reject Mutfwang's Alleged Defection Bid
Hundreds of Plateau APC women protest Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plan to join their party, endorsing Tinubu's second term. Leader Elizabeth Samson Yerse warns against welcoming him.
Digital Violence Against Nigerian Women: Urgent Action
Toyin Omozuwa demands immediate action against digital gender-based violence in Nigeria. Learn about the growing threat and required solutions during 16 Days of Activism.
Nigerian Men Challenged to Combat Gender-Based Violence
FAME Foundation calls for male allies in combating gender-based violence during 2025 16 Days of Activism. Learn about new initiatives and partnerships addressing GBV across Nigeria.
Men Called to Stand Against Gender-Based Violence
FAME Foundation intensifies its campaign against GBV during 2025 16 Days of Activism, urging male allies to speak out and support survivors while launching new initiatives.
Foundation Takes GBV Fight to Vulnerable Abuja Community
The Daurama Foundation launches its 2025 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence in Durumi, Abuja, a hotspot for domestic abuse, using a powerful documentary to drive change.
852 GBV cases reported in Nasarawa in 9 months
Nasarawa State reports 852 Gender-Based Violence cases from January to September 2025. Commissioner Hauwa Jugbo reveals rising technology-facilitated GBV and government's zero-tolerance stance. Report cases now!
APC Women Reject Plateau Governor's Defection Move
Plateau State APC women wing protests Governor Caleb Mutfwang's alleged plans to join their party, endorsing Tinubu's second term bid. Read full details of the political showdown.
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.
Okorocha's Son Fetes Abuja IDPs on Birthday
Amen Okorocha marked his birthday by donating sewing machines, bikes, and cash to Internally Displaced Persons in Abuja's Karamajiji community, sparking hope and local generosity.
Awolowo Foundation Changes Dialogue Format After Family Loss
HID Awolowo Foundation adjusts women in politics dialogue to hybrid format following Segun Awolowo's death. Event includes special tribute segment. Join the conversation.
Cross River Calls for Action on Gender-Based Violence
Cross River State launches 16 Days of Activism against GBV, urging communities to break the silence. Commissioner Irom describes it as a 'deep societal wound' needing urgent action.
Oyo Inaugurates Committee for Child Safeguarding Policy
Oyo State Government has inaugurated a Technical Working Committee to develop the state's first comprehensive Child Safeguarding Policy during the Child Safeguarding Summit in Ibadan.
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.
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