3 d. ago Beyond Money And Land: Rethinking How Nigeria Rewards Excellence

In the wake of yet another historic sporting victory, the Nigerian government recently rolled out its usual form of appreciation: cash gifts and plots of land. This time, the recipients were the triumphant Nigerian women’s basketball team, the D’Tigress, who once again proved their mettle by emerging champions at the 2023 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket tournament, […]

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3 d. ago IFC, FCMB partner to unlock opportunities for Nigerian women entrepreneurs

By Chukwuma Umeorah First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has teamed up with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to launch the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women programme in Nigeria, aimed at strengthening entrepreneurship and driving business growth. The Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women initiative is a global platform designed to spur economic development by equipping entrepreneurs with practical […] The post IFC, FCMB partner to unlock opportunities for Nigerian women entrepreneurs appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago More than skin deep: What makes Nigerian women feel truly beautiful – Esther Emoekpere

In Nigeria, beauty is often seen before it is felt. It is a visual currency, shaped by culture, society, and read more More than skin deep: What makes Nigerian women feel truly beautiful – Esther Emoekpere

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1 week ago Nigerian women to gain from Gates Foundation’s $2.5bn health push

Nigerian women are among the millions poised to benefit from a groundbreaking $2.5 billion investment in women’s health research and read more Nigerian women to gain from Gates Foundation’s $2.5bn health push

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1 week ago Afrobasket Women 2025: Ahmedu commends D’Tigress for winning fifth straight title

Col. Sam Ahmedu, (rtd), a member of FIBA Africa Executive Committee has commended Nigeria’s national women’s basketball team, D’Tigress for winning the FIBA Women’s Afrobasket title for a record fifth time. The Nigerian team defeated Mali, 78-64, on Sunday at the Palais des sports, Treichville, Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. Ahmedu, also the President of FIBA Africa […] The post Afrobasket Women 2025: Ahmedu commends D’Tigress for winning fifth straight title appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu hosts presidential reception in honour of D’Tigress’ AfroBasket victory

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The triumphant Nigerian women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, alongside their officials, were warmly welcomed by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, supported by the Wife of the Vice President, Nana Shettima, at the New Banquet Hall in the Presidential Villa at 5:05 PM. On behalf of President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima received […] The post Tinubu hosts presidential reception in honour of D’Tigress’ AfroBasket victory appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu to D’Tigress: You did it girls, I’m expecting you with the trophy 

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Nigerian women’s basketball team, D’Tigress on their remarkable achievement of becoming five-time consecutive champions of Africa and securing their seventh overall title. The Nigerian girls defeated Mali 78-64 in the final of the competition at the Palais Des Sports Treichville on Sunday night. In […] The post Tinubu to D’Tigress: You did it girls, I’m expecting you with the trophy  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago WAFCON: “Hotel Room Given To Us In Morocco Was So Small; Me, My Roomate Couldn’t Move If We Opened Our Suitcases” — Plumptre

Super Falcons defender Ashleigh Plumptre has voiced her concerns about the poor facilities and inadequate support given to the Nigerian women’s national team during the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) tournament in Morocco. In an interview with Lagos Talks 91.3 FM, shared on Friday via X, Ashleigh Plumptre expressed frustration over the lack of […] The post WAFCON: “Hotel Room Given To Us In Morocco Was So Small; Me, My Roomate Couldn’t Move If We Opened Our Suitcases” — Plumptre appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Deputy governor Eyakenyi to deliver Keynote address at NIM women management, leadership confab

By Henry Uche Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Dr. Akon Etim Eyakenyi, will deliver a keynote address at a Women in Management and Leadership (WIMLEAD) conference, put together by Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered), which focuses on leadership, growth and balance for women. A statement issued by the Registrar /Chief Executive of the Institute, […] The post Deputy governor Eyakenyi to deliver Keynote address at NIM women management, leadership confab appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Meet the women of Nigerian heritage dominating the WNBA courts

In a league that thrives on power, precision, and poise, a growing number of women with Nigerian heritage are carving read more Meet the women of Nigerian heritage dominating the WNBA courts

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4 w. ago It’s difficult to find decent Nigerian man for romantic relationship – BBNaija star Uriel

By Seyi Babalola Former Big Brother Naija housemate, Uriel Oputa, has stated that dating a Nigerian man is difficult. She says it’s difficult to locate a quality Nigerian man for a love connection. She went on to suggest that Nigerian men do not date for “substance,” which is why many Nigerian women are unmarried. Speaking […] The post It’s difficult to find decent Nigerian man for romantic relationship – BBNaija star Uriel appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago CAA U18/20 Champ: Team Nigeria Clinch 2 Gold Medals In Women Heats

Nigerian athletes dominated the women’s heat events on the second day of the ongoing Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) U18/20 Championships in Abeokuta, Ogun State. In the U20 Women’s 100 metres final, Nweke Chioma Cynthia of Nigeria sprinted to victory with a record time of 11.65 seconds, setting a new benchmark for the event. Her […]

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