19 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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3 d. ago IWD: Stakeholders advocate accelerated action on women’s, girls’ rights

To commemorate International Women’s Day, women activists and leaders have advocated increased action on women and girls empowerment, equality and equity. The activists are also demanding poverty eradication and an end to violence against women and girls in the country. They noted that while the gap between the male-to-female population in the country was not Read More

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4 d. ago IWD: DEPOWA Advocates Implementation Of Policies To Promote Women’s Inclusion 

The president of the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA), Mrs Oghogho Musa, has called on institutions and individuals to implement more policies and programmes that promote women’s empowerment and inclusion. Mrs Musa made the call during the Health Walk organised by DEPOWA on Saturday in Abuja to commemorate the 2025 International Women’s Day […]

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5 d. ago IWD: Seek total eradication of gender disparity, Akwa Ibom first lady urges women

Tribune Online IWD: Seek total eradication of gender disparity, Akwa Ibom first lady urges women The Coordinator, Office of the First Lady, Akwa Ibom, Lady Helen Eno Obareki, has called on women to be intentional in advocating for total eradication of gender disparity in the society in Nigeria and the world over. Lady Obareki made the call during the 2025 International Women’s Day celebration on the theme “Accelerate Action,” held […] IWD: Seek total eradication of gender disparity, Akwa Ibom first lady urges women Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Top 10 African countries with the highest number of women in national parliaments

The representation of women in politics is a crucial indicator of gender equality and inclusive governance. Women’s participation in politics read more Top 10 African countries with the highest number of women in national parliaments

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6 d. ago IWD 2025: IRIAD decries gender inequality, girl child education gaps

From Idu Jude, Abuja As the world commemorates International Women’s Day (IWD), the Initiative for Research, Innovation, and Advocacy in Development (IRIAD), a civil rights organisation, has highlighted several key issues affecting women and girls in Nigeria, particularly poor representation in governance. In a statement issued by its Director, Princess Hamman-Obels, the group said that […] The post IWD 2025: IRIAD decries gender inequality, girl child education gaps appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago IWD: Group hails Ekiti’s gender equity efforts, urges more women in politics

The Executive Lead, Albinism Network Association, Muyiwa Abegunde, on Saturday hailed the efforts of the Ekiti State Government to promote gender equity and provide opportunities for women to thrive. Abegunde also took pride in the efforts of state and non-state actors, who he said had been vocal advocates for women’s empowerment and inclusion. He spoke Read More

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6 d. ago IWD: IPAC Advocates More Women In Politics, Inclusive Governance

The Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has felicitated with women around the world on the occasion of this year’s International Women’s Day with the theme; “For All Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” The day is set aside to commemorate women’s achievements in building a better society and highlights their challenges. Hajiya Zainab A. Ibrahim, […]

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6 d. ago Women Advocate For Rights, Equality On International Women’s Day

As the world marks this year’s  International Women’s Day, women in various areas of endeavour in Abia State  have reflected on the occasion, pressing for more women-friendly reforms. They spoke to LEADERSHIP Weekend on their rights, equality, healthcare, dignity, inclusivity and empowerment as well as injustice, political bias, gender-based violence and inequality against them in […]

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8 d. ago Olori Atuwatse III Advocates Women’s Inclusion In Governance

The Queen Consort of Warri Kingdom, Her Royal Majesty, Olori Atuwatse III, has made a call for greater inclusion of women in governance, urging stakeholders to rewrite the narrative of leadership in Nigeria. Speaking at the Art for Governance Exhibition in Abuja, an event initiated by the Office of the Deputy Speaker, House of Representatives, […]

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8 d. ago FUOYE students, group defend VC amid sexual harassment allegation

Students of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State, on Wednesday, staged a protest against what they described as an attempt to destabilise the institution through unsubstantiated allegations against the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Fasina. Similarly, an advocacy group, Campaign for Justice and Fair Play, accused the National Women’s Committee of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Read More

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1 week ago Oluremi Tinubu Advocates For Special Legislative Seats For Women In National Assembly

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has urged the National Assembly to pass the bill proposing the creation of special seats for women in both the Senate and House of Representatives. The bill, which seeks to establish 74 additional seats exclusively for women, has successfully passed the second reading in the House of Representatives. The proposed legislation […] The post Oluremi Tinubu Advocates For Special Legislative Seats For Women In National Assembly appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Workers petition African govts over continent’s debt crisis, call for reforms

Tribune Online Workers petition African govts over continent’s debt crisis, call for reforms A coalition of African trade unions, civil society organizations, women’s rights groups, and children’s advocates has issued a strong call for debt justice and economic reforms in Africa, decrying the crushing burden of unsustainable debt that continued to strangle African economies and deprive millions of citizens of their basic rights. This urgent appeal was led […] Workers petition African govts over continent’s debt crisis, call for reforms Tribune Online

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1 week ago Osifo’s push for inclusivity at APC NEC meeting receives Tinubu’s attention

In the ever-evolving landscape of Nigerian politics, where influence is often concentrated in the hands of a select few, Omorede read more Osifo’s push for inclusivity at APC NEC meeting receives Tinubu’s attention

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1 week ago 10th Reps will be decisive on gender balance in Nigeria – Speaker Abbas

Tribune Online 10th Reps will be decisive on gender balance in Nigeria – Speaker Abbas The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, on Monday, assured that the 10th Assembly will be a decisive step toward achieving gender inclusion and balance in Nigerian politics and governance. 10th Reps will be decisive on gender balance in Nigeria – Speaker Abbas Tribune Online

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2 w. 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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2 w. 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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3 w. ago Group Condemns Natasha’s Outburst Against Akpabio, Seeks Apology

A Pan-African women’s advocacy group, Africa Arise for Change Network, has criticised Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over her recent altercation with Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, calling for a public apology. In a statement issued on Friday by Patricia Idoko, the country representative of the organisation, the group said Akpoti’s actions on the senate floor during Thursday’s […]

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3 w. ago There are many opportunities for women now than in the past —Bola Adebayo

Tribune Online There are many opportunities for women now than in the past —Bola Adebayo Omobolanle Abigail Adebayo is the Chief Executive Officer of Diadem Kitchen, a caterer who considers her profession a calling and not just a source of income. She is also an advocate of women exploring their inner strength to make a difference in any field they find themselves in order to have a voice in how […] There are many opportunities for women now than in the past —Bola Adebayo Tribune Online

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