1 hour ago I’m a feminist but I don’t support disrespectful wives, says Funke Akindele

By Seyi Babalola Funke Akindele, a Nigerian actress and director, has publicly declared herself a feminist. Akindele made this known while talking to the wife of Kamo State, a prominent skit creator. In a viral video on social media, the actress stated that, despite her feminist beliefs, she does not encourage women to disrespect their […] The post I’m a feminist but I don’t support disrespectful wives, says Funke Akindele appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago 500 Women Benefit From First Lady’s Empowerment Scheme In Kwara

Five hundred women in Kwara State have benefitted from the latest empowerment scheme of Nigeria’s First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu. Wife of Kwara State governor, Prof. Olufolake AbdulRazaq, on behalf of Mrs Tinubu, distributed the empowerment items, which included deep freezers, grinding machines and gas cookers/ovens to the beneficiaries in Ilorin, the state capital. Mrs […]

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7 h. ago IWD: Run Club Abuja Holds 10km Run to Support Underprivileged Women

In commemoration of the 2025 International Women’s Day, Run Club Abuja, in collaboration with other organizations, held a 10-kilometer run to support underprivileged young women in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Chairwoman for the maiden edition of the Abuja Women’s Run, Ibe Onyebuchi, noted that the purpose of the event was to raise funds to […]

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7 h. ago Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative

Tribune Online Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative In a significant move to drive economic growth and development, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu held a strategic meeting with the leadership of Flutterwave, Africa’s leading payments technology company. The discussions focused on fostering youth empowerment, small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) development, and expanding Nigeria’s digital economy. This meeting builds on the Federal Ministry of Youth […] Tinubu pledges support for Flutterwave’s SME growth, digital economy expansion initiative Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Kaduna dry port clears 500 containers in three months — Official

The Nigerian Shippers Council says the Kaduna dry port has received and cleared over 500 containers of goods in the past three months. Buba Danjuma, Director of the Kaduna Port Office, confirmed this on Saturday while addressing journalists after a maritime industry sensitisation at the ongoing 46th Kaduna International Trade Fair. Danjuma explained that the Read More

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10 h. ago Jigawa signs new agreement with 6 Pension Fund Administrators

The Jigawa State and Local Governments Contributory Pension Scheme Board has formally signed agreements with six reputable Pension Fund Administrators read more Jigawa signs new agreement with 6 Pension Fund Administrators

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11 h. ago Calabar South Chairman set to empower constituents with social amenities

The Chairman of Calabar South Local Government Area, Cross River State, Patrick Archibong recently promised Ward 10 citizens/residents a market read more Calabar South Chairman set to empower constituents with social amenities

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15 h. ago 3 Bayelsa varsity female students benefit from APWEN, AJOEL partnership scholarship awards

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa The Ann Jonathan Obuebite Engineering Scholars (AJOES) programme, in partnership with the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Bayelsa Chapter, has awarded scholarships to top three female engineering undergraduate students of the Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State. The 400-level recipients were recognized for their academic excellence. The recipients included […] The post 3 Bayelsa varsity female students benefit from APWEN, AJOEL partnership scholarship awards appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago EDHIC Targets 500,000 Subscribers For Edo Heath Insurance Scheme

The administration of Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has concluded plans to enrol over 500,000 new enrollees into the Edo State Health Insurance Scheme (EDHIS) before the end of this year. This was disclosed by the Director-General of EDHIS, Mrs Augusta Ikpea-Enaholo, at the medical outreach in commemoration of 100 days in office of […]

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27 h. ago Road safety officers’ wives warn against scooping fuel from fallen tanker

The Road Safety Officers’ Wives Association, on Saturday, urged Nigerians to desist from rushing to scoop fuel from fallen petroleum tankers, warning that it is a deadly act that must be discouraged. The President of ROSOWA, Dr Nefisat Shehu-Mohammed, made the call at a send-forth ceremony in honour of her predecessor, Hajiya Aisha Ladi-Biu, in Read More

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29 h. ago Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years

Tribune Online Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years The National Association of Nigerian Traders (NANTS) have concluded a three-year Agricultural intervention project in Niger, empowering about 367,000 small holder farmers. Dr. Ken Ukaoha, National President of NANTS, Dr. Ken Ukaoha made the disclosure during the NANT/Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) project evaluation, sign-of and sustainability plan workshop in Minna. The […] Niger: NANTS, AGRA project empower 367,000 farmers in three years Tribune Online

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30 h. ago Fodder production can ensure improved livelihood, food security — Experts

Tribune Online Fodder production can ensure improved livelihood, food security — Experts Agriculture experts have said that capacity building on commercial fodder production and value chain addition, organised for livestock farmers and other actors in the livestock value chain in Kwara state, is capable of ensuring food security and improved livelihood. Speaking separately at the end of a five-day capacity building for 100 livestock farmers on fodder […] Fodder production can ensure improved livelihood, food security — Experts Tribune Online

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33 h. ago Feminism Doesn’t Justify Disrespect In Marriage – Funke Akindele

Funke Akindele, a Nigerian filmmaker, has expressed her support for feminism but made it clear that she does not approve women being disrespectful to their husbands. A feminist is someone who advocates for the equality of women in terms of political, economic, and social rights. In a video posted on Instagram on Friday, addressing skit […] The post Feminism Doesn’t Justify Disrespect In Marriage – Funke Akindele appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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33 h. ago SWAN Ibadan Chapter Partners with Oyo State Hospital Management Board for Free Medical Outreach

Tribune Online SWAN Ibadan Chapter Partners with Oyo State Hospital Management Board for Free Medical Outreach In a remarkable demonstration of community service and social responsibility, the Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria (SWAN), Ibadan Chapter, in collaboration with the Oyo State Hospital Management Board, organized a Free Medical Outreach aimed at providing essential healthcare services to the public. The initiative, which took place in Ibadan, brought together medical professionals, volunteers, […] SWAN Ibadan Chapter Partners with Oyo State Hospital Management Board for Free Medical Outreach Tribune Online

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33 h. ago Regional Devt Ministry executes N460m agric project in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Abia

Tribune Online Regional Devt Ministry executes N460m agric project in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Abia “Our commitment to women’s economic empowerment is evident in our clean stove initiative, which has benefited 600 women in Akwa Ibom, Imo, and Bayelsa States Regional Devt Ministry executes N460m agric project in Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Abia Tribune Online

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33 h. ago EFCC Arraigns Lawyer Over Alleged N1.3bn Forex Fraud In Akwa Ibom

The Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned a legal practitioner, Barr. Alexander Uchenna Ozougwu before Justice Sergius Onah of the Federal High Court sitting in Uyo for allegedly defrauding his victims to the tune of N1.3 billion through a bogus foreign exchange investment scheme. Head […]

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36 h. ago Social Media Influencers Mobilise For Impact In Northern Nigeria

A social media influencers group, Social Media Awareness and Promotion Development Association (SMAPDA) has tasked social media influencers in the North to use their platforms to change negative narratives about the region while utilising it for impact and empowering selves financially. At the commencement of a seminar for over 300 influencers drawn from the 19 […]

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37 h. ago Lagos declares war on land grabbers, 60 on trial, 205 arrested, 7,500 petitions received

Tribune Online Lagos declares war on land grabbers, 60 on trial, 205 arrested, 7,500 petitions received •Property transactions in Lagos have been greatly hindered by activities of the omo-onile, ajagungbale —Attorney General•Epe community invokes ancestral spirits against land grabbers, forms local task force DAYO AYEYEMI reports the increased onslaught of task force against the assault of land grabbers. THE menace of land grabbers is as old as modern Lagos, hurting property […] Lagos declares war on land grabbers, 60 on trial, 205 arrested, 7,500 petitions received Tribune Online

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38 h. ago Lagos, Bauchi speakers, lawmakers drum support for diversity, equity, inclusion bill

By Lukman Olabiyi The Speakers of the Lagos and Bauchi States Houses of Assembly, along with lawmakers and experts from across Nigeria, have expressed their strong support for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Bill, being promoted by the Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC). The call for support came during a two-day Co-Creation […] The post Lagos, Bauchi speakers, lawmakers drum support for diversity, equity, inclusion bill appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago Women’s exclusion from National Assembly leadership: An unacceptable development

By Gloria Laraba Shoda The recent appointment of Hon. Ibrahim Ayokunle Isiaka as the new Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives has further highlighted a troubling reality: there is not a single woman among the ten presiding and principal officers leading the Nigerian House of Representatives today. While I extend my congratulations to […] The post Women’s exclusion from National Assembly leadership: An unacceptable development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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