2 h. ago Red Cross distributes dignity kits to over 100 PWDs, pregnant, breastfeeding mothers in Benue

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi     The Red Cross Society has distributed dignity kits to 110 People With Disabilities (PWDs) in Benue State.   The Director, Protection, Gender, Inclusion and Education at the Red Cross National Headquarters Abuja, Fatima Nasir, who spoke during the distribution in Makurdi on Monday, said pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers […] The post Red Cross distributes dignity kits to over 100 PWDs, pregnant, breastfeeding mothers in Benue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Tolulope Longe to chair 2025 bullion lecture on Nigeria’s $1

Tolulope Longe, the national president of Women in Energy, Oil and Gas (WEOG) has been announced as the chairperson for read more Tolulope Longe to chair 2025 bullion lecture on Nigeria’s $1-trillion energy vision

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9 h. ago Unsafe abortion is not a choice: How stigma pushes women into danger

In Nigeria, the conversation around abortion is often shrouded in silence, stigma, and misinformation. For many women and girls, abortion read more Unsafe abortion is not a choice: How stigma pushes women into danger

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15 h. ago Women should push for policies that promote gender equality –Onadipe, Women’s advocate/ entrepreneur

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu Adeshola Onadipe is an entrepreneur and an advocate for women’s empowerment. She is the convener of the S.H.E Global Awards, a platform dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the achievements of women in various entrepreneurial fields. With over 12 years of banking experience at financial institutions such as Oceanic Bank PLC (now Eco […] The post Women should push for policies that promote gender equality –Onadipe, Women’s advocate/ entrepreneur appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago “Approach Women With Confidence, Not Money” – Yul Edochie Urges Men

Controversial Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has urged men to stay confident and focused when approaching women. He emphasised that money is not the primary factor that attracts them. In a post on his Instagram page on Monday, Edochie advised young men that confidence is essential when approaching a woman, no matter her social or financial […] The post “Approach Women With Confidence, Not Money” – Yul Edochie Urges Men appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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21 h. ago First Lady Remi Tinubu Donates N1bn To Tackle Cervical Cancer In Nigeria

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Remi Tinubu, has called on Nigerians, especially women, to speak up and seek appropriate help whenever they have medical challenges. She was speaking while receiving a delegation of the National Taskforce on Cervical Cancer Elimination led by the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr Iziaq Adekunle […]

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27 h. ago Taraba, NAPTIP rescue eight trafficked children, arrest suspects

The Taraba State Ministry of Women Affairs and Child Development, in collaboration with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, has rescued eight trafficked children from Minda Village in Lau Local Government Area of the state. Briefing journalists on Friday in Jalingo, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Child Development, Mrs. Mary Read More

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27 h. ago Canada Sets 2025 Certification Rules For Foreign Educated Teachers

Internationally educated teachers wishing to work in Canada must fulfil certification requirements set by each province or territory in 2025. The Canadian government in 2025 has added teaching-related occupations to the category-based draws in Express Entry, including roles for secondary school teachers, early childhood educators, and teacher assistants. According to CIC News, teaching in Canada […]

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30 h. ago World Health Day: Aid cuts threaten progress on ending maternal deaths, UN warns

The United Nations has warned that recent cuts in global health aid could reverse decades of progress in reducing maternal deaths, even as a new report shows fewer women are dying during pregnancy and childbirth than in the early 2000s. In a report released to mark World Health Day on Sunday, the UN revealed that Read More

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31 h. ago NASARA has contributed positively to state development – Kebbi First Lady

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Hajia Zainab Nasare Nasir Idris, First Lady of Kebbi State and founder of the NASARA Women Development Foundation, has said her foundation has significantly improved the well-being of people across all sectors in Kebbi State within its three years of existence. She made this statement during the foundation’s 3rd anniversary […] The post NASARA has contributed positively to state development – Kebbi First Lady appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Canada to host info session, job fair for newcomers in trades and construction

The Centre for Newcomers, Canada, in collaboration with the Trade Pathways Forum under the Alberta Construction Association, is set to read more Canada to host info session, job fair for newcomers in trades and construction

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36 h. ago Constitution review: Reps mull creation of 302 new parliamentary seats

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representatives is proposing the creation of no fewer than 302 new seats in the national and state Assemblies for women and Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in the ongoing review of the 1999 Constitution. The proposed new parliamentary seats contained in two separate  bills with the Speaker Tajudeen Abass […] The post Constitution review: Reps mull creation of 302 new parliamentary seats appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago “I’m No More Godfather, Want To Be Father” – APC’s Nicholas Ukachukwu

Nicholas Ukachukwu, the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Anambra State, has vowed to end the era of godfatherism in the state’s political landscape. Ukachukwu made this declaration after emerging as the APC’s candidate in the party’s primary election held at the Professor Dora Akunyili Women’s Development Center in Awka. He was declared winner […] The post “I’m No More Godfather, Want To Be Father” – APC’s Nicholas Ukachukwu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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50 h. ago ‘I was sleeping in Canada when destiny called,’ says Alaafin

Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, the newly crowned Alaafin of Oyo, has recounted the surprising and humbling journey that led to his emergence as the monarch of the historic Yoruba kingdom. Speaking in an interview published in the Nigerian Tribune on Saturday, the engineer-turned-king revealed that he never actively sought the throne and was not politically Read More

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50 h. ago Summit Honours Peace Ambassadors At Beijing Declaration Anniversary

The Beyond Beijing 30 Summit has convened leaders, policymakers and change-makers to honour some global peace ambassadors to mark the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. The Beyond Beijing 30 Summit came on the heels of the 69th Commission on The Status of Women (CSW69) held recently at the United Nations […]

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51 h. ago Super Engles Captain Ahmed Musa Seeks Unity Over Plateau Killings

In the wake of the recent tragic killings in Bokkos local government area of Plateau State, where women, children, and innocent lives were brutally taken, Super Eagles captain and Kano Pillars forward, Ahmed Musa, has voiced a powerful call for unity and compassion. In a heartfelt post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Musa lamented […]

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62 h. ago Stakeholders push for gender inclusivity in finance, economic growth

By Chukwuma Umeorah Access Bank Plc, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), and Zambia’s Vice President, Mutale Nalumango, among other stakeholders, have reiterated the need for women to take ownership of their economic power and drive financial inclusion for sustainable prosperity.  Speaking at the Access Bank International Women’s Day Conference in Lagos, the stakeholders emphasised that […] The post Stakeholders push for gender inclusivity in finance, economic growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 h. ago Obiora Okonkwo Drops Out Of APC Primary In Anambra Over Electoral Controversies

Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, a leading aspirant in the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship race in Anambra, has announced his withdrawal from the party’s primary election. His decision comes amid growing controversy surrounding the authenticity of the delegates’ list. The primary, scheduled to hold at the Dora Akunyili Women’s Development Centre, was supposed to begin at […] The post Obiora Okonkwo Drops Out Of APC Primary In Anambra Over Electoral Controversies appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 d. ago EFCC arraigns two women over illegal sale, mutilation of naira notes in Lagos

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Lagos Zonal Directorate 1, on Friday, arraigned two women, Folake Adeoti and Modupe read more EFCC arraigns two women over illegal sale, mutilation of naira notes in Lagos

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3 d. ago Breaking Barriers: How Ifunanya Okolie is shaping the future of tech beyond engineering

For many, the term “women in tech” immediately brings to mind female software engineers, data scientists, or cybersecurity experts. While read more Breaking Barriers: How Ifunanya Okolie is shaping the future of tech beyond engineering

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