2 h. ago Aktivate Celebrates Female Creators on International Women’s Day

In celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD), Aktivate, Africa’s growing influencer marketing platform, went beyond words to appreciate women in the creator community. As part of its commitment to empowering female influencers, Aktivate hosted a special spa and relaxation experience for four deserving women who won the brand’s IWD giveaway. The giveaway, designed to reward […]

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3 h. ago Insecurity threatens northern female farmers, food security —Don 

The Director of Research at the Centre for Population and Environmental Development, Dr Johnson Dudu, has raised concerns over the impact of insecurity in the North-East on food sufficiency, stating that many women farmers now require escorts to access their farms. Dudu made this statement on Thursday during a one-day empowerment programme for women in Read More

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4 h. ago After Fubara’s letter, Rivers Assembly adjourns indefinitely

Tribune Online After Fubara’s letter, Rivers Assembly adjourns indefinitely In the letter dated March 13, 2025 and addressed to the Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, the governor said he intends to present the budget on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, or any other day within March that the House may deem fit. After Fubara’s letter, Rivers Assembly adjourns indefinitely Tribune Online

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4 h. 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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5 h. ago G. Elias supports gender equality through outreach to survivors of domestic violence

G. Elias, a Nigerian business law firm, organised community outreach activities in Lagos and Abuja to commemorate International Women’s Day read more G. Elias supports gender equality through outreach to survivors of domestic violence

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7 h. ago Poor primary healthcare investment hurting Nigeria’s health system — Bayelsa dep gov

The Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, has stated that inadequate investment in primary healthcare is a major factor responsible for inefficiencies and stunted growth in Nigeria’s healthcare system. Ewhrudjakpo made this remark on Thursday during a meeting with key health sector stakeholders, including the state commissioner for health, local government chairmen, and Read More

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7 h. ago Natasha: Senate Passes Vote Of Confidence In Akpabio’s Leadership

Nigeria Senate has passed a vote of confidence in its President, Senator Godswill Akpabio, amid ongoing internal crisis facing the Red Chamber. The vote of confidence in Akpabio was passed unanimously during Thursday’s plenary, following a motion moved by Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele and seconded by Deputy Minority Leader, Olalere Oyewumi. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that […] The post Natasha: Senate Passes Vote Of Confidence In Akpabio’s Leadership appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Morning Fresh’s IWD 2025 Campaign: Celebrating Multifaceted Women and Breaking the Box

With March being International Women’s Month, brands are stepping up to join the global conversation about gender equality. This year’s theme, “Accelerate Action,” is all about pushing for real change on inclusion, emphasizing urgent and decisive efforts to advance gender equality for all women and girls,and Morning Fresh dived in with an IWD campaign that’s Read More

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10 h. ago emPLE’s “Empower HER” targets Nigeria businesswomen for national development

By Henry Uche In line with International Women’s Day 2025 and its theme #AccelerateAction, emPLE, a leading force in Nigeria’s financial services sector, launched the “Empower HER” campaign, an initiative aimed at providing financial security for businesswomen who play a vital role in sustaining local markets. As part of the campaign, emPLE is offering free […] The post emPLE’s “Empower HER” targets Nigeria businesswomen for national development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Interests of state, people should take priority – Fubara to pro

Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara has reminded the Martins Amaewhule-led State House of Assembly of the need to prioritise the interests of the state and the people over political conflicts. Fubara, who spoke in a letter dated March 13 and addressed to the Speaker, Amaewhule, proposed Wednesday, March 19, 2025, as a new date to present […] The post Interests of state, people should take priority – Fubara to pro-Wike lawmakers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago UBA Champions Gender Parity And Leadership At Business Series

In a bold move to drive gender parity and economic inclusion, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, convened female leaders at its Business Series event, reinforcing its unwavering commitment to empowering women. The event which was part of activities to mark the 2025 International Women’s Month, Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc […]

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14 h. ago Lagos Assembly: Tinubu has decided, Obasa is not going anywhere – Source

Following President Bola Tinubu’s meeting with lawmakers of the Lagos State House of Assembly, it has been decided that reinstated Speaker Mudashiru Obasa retains his position. Obasa was impeached on January 13, 2025, and was subsequently replaced by Mojisola Merande. The latter resigned on March 3, and Obasa was reinstated. Speaking on Tinubu’s meeting with […] The post Lagos Assembly: Tinubu has decided, Obasa is not going anywhere – Source appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Expert calls for more women inclusion in agribusiness leadership

As part of activities to mark this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD), Funmi Omoyele, coordinator of the Lagos Agrinnovation Club, read more Expert calls for more women inclusion in agribusiness leadership

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16 h. ago Fubara writes Rivers Assembly, plans budget presentation Wednesday

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has again written to the State House of Assembly, informing the lawmakers of his intention to re-present the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the House for consideration and approval. The governor, in a letter dated March 13 and addressed to the Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, said he intends to prevent the budget Read More

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18 h. ago Girl child is faced with too many challenges — Kwara human rights activist

Tribune Online Girl child is faced with too many challenges — Kwara human rights activist Dr Zainab Balogun is a human rights activist and was a civil servant with Kwara State till she retired after 35 years of service. She shared her passion about rights of girls, women and children in this interview with BIOLA AZEEZ: AS a human rights advocate, what motivates you? I see it as a calling; […] Girl child is faced with too many challenges — Kwara human rights activist Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Amplifying her voice: Spotlighting women reshaping African music

Tribune Online Amplifying her voice: Spotlighting women reshaping African music As the world 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. Tyla recently made history as the first African solo artist to reach one billion […] Amplifying her voice: Spotlighting women reshaping African music Tribune Online

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19 h. ago Female leaders advocate gender parity at UBA Business Series

To mark the 2025 International Women’s Month, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc held the quarterly edition of its Business Series event where trailblazing female leaders from diverse industries shared personal insights on overcoming systemic challenges, driving change, and redefining success. The hybrid event which was held at the Tony Elumelu Amphitheatre in UBA House […] The post Female leaders advocate gender parity at UBA Business Series appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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19 h. ago Bode George to Tinubu: Minister’s utterance on Rivers inflammatory, dangerous

By Chinelo Obogo Former deputy national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George,  has advised President Bola Tinubu to call Nyesom Wike to order so that peace can reign. George, in a statement, said the rhetoric coming from Wike on the Rivers crisis was too inflammatory, dangerous and embarrassing. Reacting to Wike’s […] The post Bode George to Tinubu: Minister’s utterance on Rivers inflammatory, dangerous appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago Adebola Ayoola Ibiyode, Group Head Of Engineering, SCB Group

Adebola Ibiyode is a seasoned solutions architect, software engineer and artificial intelligence expert leading cross-functional teams across multiple continents. Debola read more Adebola Ayoola Ibiyode, Group Head Of Engineering, SCB Group

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21 h. ago IWD: Emuwa, others advocate women collaboration at UBA Business Series

The Chairman of the Board of Directors of PUNCH Nigeria Limited, Mrs. Angela Emuwa, and panellists at the first Business Series of 2025 of the United Bank for Africa Plc on Thursday called on women to support themselves to break barriers and end pay inequality. The event, which doubles as the commemoration of the 2025 Read More

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