5 h. ago Women Affairs Minister, 64 Others Honoured By Arise News For Public Service Impacts

The Arise News Channel’s Board of Editors has honoured the Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, for her outstanding leadership in championing the cause of women, children and vulnerable groups. The minister was represented at the event by a philanthropist and founder of the Alafia Foundation, Mrs Olasumbo Odunsi. The event which held at […]

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36 h. ago Axis Of Hope Initiative Empowers Women In Jahi Community Of FCT

Axis of Hope Initiative has empowered women entrepreneurs and partnered with PL Mentorship Club for “Parents Connect 2.0: Mindset Shift.” It has also donated cash to women in Jahi as part of its empowerment initiatives to support women at the grassroots level in the FCT. Axis of Hope Initiative (AXHOI), is a non-governmental organization dedicated […]

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5 d. ago Cardoso Women constitute 35% of CBN’s directors, half of non

Tribune Online Cardoso Women constitute 35% of CBN’s directors, half of non-executive board – Cardoso Speaking at the grand finale of the International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrations at the CBN Head Office, Governor Olayemi Cardoso reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to gender-balanced leadership, noting that the rise of women in key positions reflects a global shift towards inclusive governance. Cardoso Women constitute 35% of CBN’s directors, half of non-executive board – Cardoso Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Businesses need policies that support gender diversity to drive women’s leadership representation – Osuhor

THELMA OSUHOR is the operations director, services, Sub-Saharan Africa at GE Vernova’s Gas Power. In this interview with JOSEPHINE OKOJIE read more Businesses need policies that support gender diversity to drive women’s leadership representation – Osuhor

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6 d. ago Specialists To Guide Women On Fertility Preservation, Fibroid Management In Abuja

Residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), especially women facing reproductive health challenges, particularly those dealing with cancer, fibroids, and adenomyosis, will have the opportunity to receive expert guidance at the Abuja Reproductive Health Week 2025. The event, scheduled for March 26th – 27th, is being organised by Nordica Fertility Centre in collaboration with the […]

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8 d. ago Breaking Barriers: Women Entrepreneurs Leading The Future Of Agribusiness

In an industry long dominated by men, women are breaking barriers, challenging conventions, and proving themselves as formidable leaders in agribusiness worldwide. Today, female entrepreneurs are driving the future of agriculture with bold innovations, sustainable practices, and a relentless focus on growth and empowerment. From Nigeria’s vast farmlands to the vineyards of Lebanon and the […]

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8 d. ago IWD: Unilever drives action for gender inclusion, empowerment

By Zika Bobby As part of efforts to drive workplace inclusion, Unilever Nigeria hosted the 2025 International Women’s Day celebration at its Oregun and Agbara sites respectively. The event brought together professionals and advocates to discuss the importance of diverse and inclusive leadership. It reinforced Unilever’s commitment to fostering a culture where women thrive and […] The post IWD: Unilever drives action for gender inclusion, empowerment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Belgium, NigWED Seek Accelerated Economic, Social Inclusion Of Women, Girls

Belgium’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Pieter Leenknegt, has stressed the need to have societies where women are not silenced or punished for speaking against harassment and discrimination. Speaking at an event to mark the International Women’s Day organised by the Belgian Embassy in Nigeria and the Nigerian Women Economic Development (NigWED) Project, the ambassador reaffirmed Belgium’s […]

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1 week ago Sexual harassment: Kenyan lawmaker urges Nigerians to support Sen. Natasha

By Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja   A Kenyan lawmaker, Crystal Asige, has called on Nigerians to rally behind Senator Natasha in her fight for equity and political space, emphasizing the systemic challenges women face in leadership.   She said this in Abuja on Friday at a pre-event press conference of the annual colloquium of Haske Satumari […] The post Sexual harassment: Kenyan lawmaker urges Nigerians to support Sen. Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Women in leadership: WISCAR demands government, others’ commitment to gender inclusion

insists on procedural justice, right to fair hearing Women in Successful Careers (WISCAR), a not-for-profit organisation focused on empowering professional read more Women in leadership: WISCAR demands government, others’ commitment to gender inclusion

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1 week ago Beyond representation: Institutionalising women in leadership

The conversation around gender equity in leadership tends to peak every March, with companies rolling out initiatives, events, panels, adverts, read more Beyond representation: Institutionalising women in leadership

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1 week ago Take deliberate actions toward leadership, PenCom boss tells women

The Director-General of the National Pension Commission, Omolola Oloworaran, has called on women in the pension and financial sectors to take deliberate steps toward leadership rather than waiting for opportunities to be handed to them. Speaking at the official launch of the Women in Pension Network, the PenCom DG emphasised the need for women to Read More

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1 week ago Women Group Writes Tinubu, Seeks Transparency, Justice In Akpoti

Womanifesto, a gender equality movement comprising Nigerian women from various sectors in Nigeria and the diaspora, has expressed concern over the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the Nigerian Senate, describing the situation as an injustice against the female lawmaker. The group specifically criticised the alleged sexual harassment and misogynistic tendencies she experienced, as well […]

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2 w. ago Kwara First Lady Tasks Women Journalists To Project Islam Positively

The wife of the Kwara State governor, Amb. Olufolake Abdulrazaq, has urged Muslim women journalists in the country to project Islam positively. She said this is necessary to change the negative mindset of some people about Islam. Mrs Abdulrazaq made the call at the maiden edition of Ramadan symposium organised by the Nigeria Association of […]

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2 w. ago IWD: Women Urged To Make Impact In Fintech, Entrepreneurship

The International Women’s Day (IWD) celebration organised by Inner Wheel Club District 911 received personal care from  Nature’s Gentle Touch, which was on ground to treat the attendees. The event was used to show appreciation, respect, love, and care for women because of their impact on humanity and the larger society. Renowned speakers at the […]

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2 w. ago Afe Babalola laments low number of women in leadership positions

Tribune Online Afe Babalola laments low number of women in leadership positions Legal luminary and founder of Afe Babalola University at Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, SAN has expressed worry over the low level of women in Nigeria’s political space and leadership positions. Afe Babalola laments low number of women in leadership positions Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Celebrating Women’s History Month: Women Transforming The African Music Scene

As Nigeria celebrates Women’s History Month this March, the African music landscape stands as a powerful testament to female innovation and influence. Trailblazers like Tyla and Tems aren’t just participating in the industry – they’re fundamentally transforming it with their groundbreaking achievements. According to Spotify, Tyla recently made history as the first African solo artist […]

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2 w. ago “Fight For Your Rightful Place In Politics” – Afe Babalola Tells Nigeria Women

Founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Afe Babalola has called on women to ensure they fight for their rightful positions in politics. Speaking in Ado-Ekiti during commemoration of the 2025 International Women’s Day on Thursday, the legal luminary decried over long discrimination against women in key leadership positions. Mr. Babalola said that some […] The post “Fight For Your Rightful Place In Politics” – Afe Babalola Tells Nigeria Women appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago I Want To Inspire Other Women To Explore Their Full Potential In Music – SPAYDEZ 

Imade Igbinedion, known professionally as SPAYDEZ, is breaking new ground in the Nigerian music industry as a trailblazer who seamlessly blends rapping and singing. As a versatile artist, she is redefining what it means to be a female entertainer by excelling in both vocal artistry and lyrical prowess. Her latest single, “Champion,” released on February […]

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2 w. ago IWD 2025: BAT Nigeria’s strategic commitment to advancing women in leadership

In the evolving landscape of corporate leadership, diversity is no longer just a metric—it is a strategic imperative. As organisations read more IWD 2025: BAT Nigeria’s strategic commitment to advancing women in leadership

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