57 h. ago “The Other Woman Can Never Be Better Than You” – Basketmouth’s Ex Comforts Women Going Through Failed Marriages

Elsie Okpocha, the former wife of Nigerian comedian Basketmouth, has shared words of encouragement for women dealing with divorce or heartbreak. In a video posted on Instagram on Saturday, the mother of two urged women going through such experiences to rediscover their joy, assuring them that brighter days lay ahead. She emphasised that they were […] The post “The Other Woman Can Never Be Better Than You” – Basketmouth’s Ex Comforts Women Going Through Failed Marriages appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago FoodCo urges women to prioritise mental health, personal growth

FoodCo, one of the top retailers in Nigeria and one of Africa’s fastest-growing companies, has urged Nigerian women to prioritise read more FoodCo urges women to prioritise mental health, personal growth

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5 d. ago Reps consider bill to let woman confer citizenship on foreign husband

The House of Representatives is deliberating a bill aimed at granting citizenship to foreigners married to Nigerian women. Sponsored by read more Reps consider bill to let woman confer citizenship on foreign husband

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6 d. ago Tinubu’s wife leads campaign to eliminate HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis

Tribune Online Tinubu’s wife leads campaign to eliminate HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis Wife of the President of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has called for a robust advocacy that would expand access to HIV testing services with comprehensive counselling, treatment and care for all individuals who test positive. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony of the campaign for the elimination of HIV/AIDS, syphilis and hepatitis in Asaba on Wednesday, […] Tinubu’s wife leads campaign to eliminate HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis Tribune Online

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8 d. ago Savings, not loans: How Nigerian women rely on personal funds for financial security

Financial independence is more than just earning an income, it is about control over financial decisions and long-term security. Yet, read more Savings, not loans: How Nigerian women rely on personal funds for financial security

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8 d. ago Successful Nigerian women reveal the secret sauce of wealth creation

In Lagos, where the sun hangs like molten gold over the Atlantic, a gathering of formidable women took place at read more Successful Nigerian women reveal the secret sauce of wealth creation

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8 d. ago I Will Keep Contributing To National Development – Remi Tinubu

The First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has said she will continue to contribute her quota to national development. The former lawmaker, who spoke after she emerged winner of the Independent Awards 2024 for Best Woman of the Year, dedicated the award to Nigerian women and youth. She praised their tireless contributions towards the nation’s growth […]

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1 week 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 Nigerian politics is a nasty place for women says the Economist

When she ran for governor of Nigeria’s Kogi state in 2019 gunmen shot at Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s cars, her party’s offices read more Nigerian politics is a nasty place for women says the Economist

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1 week ago How I remained focused despite becoming beauty queen –Bianca Ojukwu

•Minister tells her story at UN confab, decries discrimination against women in politics   Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, has narrated her life trajectory culminating in who she is today.    Speaking at the Nigerian Women’s Day on the sidelines at the 69th Session of the Commission on the Status of […] The post How I remained focused despite becoming beauty queen –Bianca Ojukwu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Romance fraudster spared deportation as UK court cites inadequate Nigerian healthcare

A Nigerian romance fraudster, Emmanuel Jack, who tricked women into paying him almost £200,000 has been spared deportation after a UK judge said the healthcare system in his native Nigeria could not meet the medical needs of his wife and children, Daily Mail reports Friday. Jack, 35, was reportedly jailed for three years in 2014 Read More

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1 week ago IWD: We won’t relent in supporting women within, outside NPA — Dantsoho

Tribune Online IWD: We won’t relent in supporting women within, outside NPA — Dantsoho THE Managing Director of Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Dr Abubakar Dantsoho, has stated that the Authority will not relent in supporting the rights and equality for all women and girls and to practically create opportunities for women and girls within and outside the NPA to be empowered to reach the best of their abilities. Dr […] IWD: We won’t relent in supporting women within, outside NPA — Dantsoho Tribune Online

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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 CNPP, CSOs write UN, appeal for protection of women in politics

From Idu Jude, Abuja The Conference of Nigerian Political Parties (CNPP) and a coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) have filed a save-our-soul (SOS) letter to the United Nations (UN) requesting the protection of Nigerian women in politics. The group, in a letter addressed to the UN Resident/Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, the CNPP, and the […] The post CNPP, CSOs write UN, appeal for protection of women in politics appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Sen. Natasha’s saga setback for women inclusion in politics – Women Africa Int’l

By Adesuwa Tsan The president and founder of gender advocacy and inclusion non-governmental organisation, Women Africa International, Rev. Mrs. Ijeoma Emeribe, has described the controversy involving Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as a setback for women’s inclusion in governance. With only four women in the Nigerian Senate, she warned, “This moment is […] The post Sen. Natasha’s saga setback for women inclusion in politics – Women Africa Int’l appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tinubu’s wife wins ‘Woman of The Year’, dedicates award to Nigerian women, youths

Tribune Online Tinubu’s wife wins ‘Woman of The Year’, dedicates award to Nigerian women, youths The annual Independent Newspaper Awards recognises outstanding achievements across politics, entertainment, business, education, and other sectors. Tinubu’s wife wins ‘Woman of The Year’, dedicates award to Nigerian women, youths Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Natasha: Women Group Supports Akpabio, Takes Protests To UN House

The Women for Change Vanguard has announced a planned peaceful protest at the UN House in Abuja on Friday, urging Nigerian women to gather and demand evidence from Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan regarding her allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio. In a statement by its spokesperson, Arc (Mrs) Margaret Adesuwa Ehilebo, the group […]

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2 w. ago IWD 2025: NiDCOM Chair calls for stronger political, economic support for Nigerian women

The Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has called for a more intentional approach in supporting read more IWD 2025: NiDCOM Chair calls for stronger political, economic support for Nigerian women

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2 w. ago Nigerian woman falsely declared dead wins UK court battle, reclaims £350,000 home

A 55-year-old Nigerian woman, June Ashimola, who was falsely declared dead, has appeared via video link from Nigeria before the UK High Court to prevent a convicted fraudster from seizing her £350,000 home in Woolwich, southeast London. Ashimola was reportedly declared dead in February 2019, sparking a protracted legal battle over her estate. However, she Read More

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2 w. ago NIA charges women to protect health, business, future with insurance

By Henry Uche Director-General of Nigerian Insurers Association (NIA) Mrs. Bola Odukale, has charged women in Nigeria to protect their health, businesses and future with the power of insurance as they mark the 2025 International Women’s Day. In statement made available to Daily Sun, the DG of NIA called on female insurers, women professionals, and […] The post NIA charges women to protect health, business, future with insurance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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