As Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, stakeholders are renewing demands for greater women's participation in politics, citing persistent underrepresentation despite global and national affirmative action targets set decades ago.
Women's organizations across Nigeria have launched a coordinated campaign demanding swift passage of the Special Seats for Women Bill, warning that delays could derail implementation before the next election cycle.
Over 5,000 women in Ogun State endorsed President Bola Tinubu for re-election and Governor Dapo Abiodun's senatorial bid, urging increased female participation in politics during the 2026 International Women's Day celebration.
Dr. Abiola Salami's 'No More Shrinking' evolves from a book to a stage experience and leadership movement, challenging women to stop negotiating their competence and embrace authentic leadership in professional spaces.
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UN Women Executive Director Sima Bahous asserts that collective determination to advance women's rights remains strong despite global challenges, following the 70th Commission on the Status of Women session.
Youths stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly to demand justice for alleged sexual assault victims in Delta, highlighting ongoing issues with rape culture and justice failures in Nigeria.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu calls for equitable water and sanitation access to advance gender equality in Nigeria, supported by RDI's advocacy for gender-conscious policies.
First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu emphasizes the critical link between water access and gender equality in Nigeria, urging collaborative action to address disparities affecting women and girls.
Following a disturbing assault at the Ozoro Festival in Delta State, women's rights activist Esther Ijewere demands justice and accountability, urging authorities to prevent a repeat of past failures.
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The African Democratic Congress condemns sexual attacks on women in Ozoro, Delta State, during a traditional festival, calling for police action and criticizing the governor's silence.
A compelling analysis argues that Nigeria's gender discourse should focus on systemic justice rather than adversarial opposition between men and women, calling for structural reforms.
Gospel artiste Ehiliz calls for urgent investment in youth empowerment, stressing it as vital for national stability and economic progress through education and civic participation.
A coalition of over 500 women's rights groups denounces alleged sexual assaults during a traditional festival in Ozoro, Delta State, calling it 'institutionalized rape culture' and demanding immediate government intervention.
Soroptimist International Ikeja inaugurated Bunmi Oguntuase as its new president, unveiling a four-point agenda focused on women's health, sanitation, and empowerment through community projects and partnerships.
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At the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women, Nigeria's Minister for Women Affairs emphasized the need for sustained investment and partnerships to transform women's lives through economic strategies and empowerment initiatives.
ActionAid Nigeria condemns reported violence against women and girls during a cultural festival in Ozoro, Delta State, calling for prosecution and systemic reforms.
The Taraba State Aids Control Agency urges citizens to take proactive action against GBV, emphasizing collective responsibility and economic empowerment.
Stakeholders at a forum in Lagos emphasize that empowering women in leadership is crucial for governance and national progress, citing mentorship and structural changes as vital steps forward.
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The Federation of Informal Workers Organisations of Nigeria calls for expanded social protection policies to support women in the informal sector, highlighting economic benefits and vulnerabilities.
The West Africa Youth Parliament has lauded President Bola Tinubu for appointing Grace Morenike Henry as Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, calling it a historic step for gender inclusion and veteran welfare.
Directors at a CIoD Nigeria event emphasized that empowering women in leadership is a governance imperative for national development, citing progress but ongoing challenges in representation.
Nigeria's Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, urged global leaders at the UN Commission on the Status of Women to prioritize concrete investments in women's empowerment as an economic and security strategy.
NSITF MD Oluwaseun Faleye urges policy support for women's empowerment, highlighting economic benefits and social justice at an International Women's Day event in Abuja.
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Kofo Akinkugbe of SecureID Group emphasizes that Nigeria needs deliberate laws and policies, like Rwanda's constitutional mandate, to achieve true gender parity and women's inclusion in decision-making.
Former YOWICAN chairman Belusochukwu Enwere emphasizes youth empowerment as crucial for Nigeria's sustainable development, praising Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda.
Nigerians express fury as a viral video shows a northern politician distributing plastic sieves to women as an empowerment scheme, sparking debates on tokenism versus genuine development.
The Nigerian Senate has removed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the UN Commission on the Status of Women delegation, replacing her with male Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire, sparking controversy over gender representation.
Nigeria has removed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from its UN Women delegation, substituting her with a male senator, sparking criticism over gender representation and political tensions.
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The Reform Caucus of COSEYL has suspended Goodluck Ibem for issuing a defamatory statement against Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu without authorization. The group apologized to Kalu and dismissed a related petition as lacking merit.
