31 h. ago Nasarawa empowers 1,200 women with health care cover, financial training

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Nasarawa State Human Capital Development Agency, in partnership with Chairmen of Six Local Government Areas in the state, have enrolled no fewer than 1,200 less-privileged women into the state’s Health Insurance Scheme. The gesture was part of programmes outlined by the Agency under its EmpowerHer project which is also aimed […] The post Nasarawa empowers 1,200 women with health care cover, financial training appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Nasarawa Agency Trains 1,200 Women On Financial, Digital Skills

Nasarawa State Human Capital Development Agency, through the EmpowerHer Project, has trained 1,200 women on financial and digital skills. The agency’s director-general, Habiba Balarabe Suleiman, disclosed this during a financial literacy and economic inclusion outreach held yesterday at the Emir’s Palace in Lafia and the Awuma community. The director general said the beneficiaries were drawn […]

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3 d. ago Niger Delta: NDDC earmarks N5bn for women, children empowerment

Tribune Online Niger Delta: NDDC earmarks N5bn for women, children empowerment Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has set aside the sum of N5 billion fund to the Niger Delta Chamber of Commerce to... Niger Delta: NDDC earmarks N5bn for women, children empowerment Tribune Online

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4 d. ago PICTORIAL: Remi Tinubu, Other First Ladies Meet In US, Seek Women, Youth Empowerment

The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has joined her counterparts from other global regions to map out ways in which their leadership can ensure the changing world does so in the right direction. Speaking at the 3rd Annual Global First Ladies Alliance Academy in New York, Senator Tinubu noted that getting around the […]

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4 d. ago Wema Bank to empower women with N2m grant at SheCan Conference

Wema Bank is advancing women’s empowerment, partnering with the SheCan Conference for the fifth consecutive year, where it will award read more Wema Bank to empower women with N2m grant at SheCan Conference

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4 d. ago Wema Bank Set To Empower Women With ₦2m Grant At SheCan 6.0 Conference

Wema Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing women’s empowerment by partnering with the SheCan Conference for the fifth consecutive year. This year’s edition – SheCan 6.0, will hold on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Balmoral, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos, and is expected to host over 7,000 women under the theme “SheCan Do More”. Announcing […]

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4 d. ago Group looks to support young women through education, skills

A non-governmental organization (NGO), Better Girls Empowerment Initiative, is aiming to help young Nigerian women aged 18 to 25 by read more Group looks to support young women through education, skills

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4 d. ago Delta youths need jobs, not just roads — Advocate urges Oborevwori

Tribune Online Delta youths need jobs, not just roads — Advocate urges Oborevwori While acknowledging the benefits of infrastructure, Mulade maintained that employment creation is far more crucial for long-term peace, economic sustainability, and societal value. Delta youths need jobs, not just roads — Advocate urges Oborevwori Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Ogun govt engages 150 ward facilitators to stimulate women’s empowerment

Tribune Online Ogun govt engages 150 ward facilitators to stimulate women’s empowerment Ogun State Government has engaged 150 ward facilitators on the Ogun State Women Empowerment Scheme tagged (Okoowo Dapo), to... Ogun govt engages 150 ward facilitators to stimulate women’s empowerment Tribune Online

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1 week ago Kaduna Central: We’re yet to feel impact of your representation, women group tell Senator Adamu

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A prominent women’s advocacy group in Kaduna Central Senatorial District has sharply criticised Senator Lawal Adamu for what it described as two years of non-performance, lack of constituency engagement, and failure to provide empowerment programmes, particularly for women, youth, and vulnerable groups. In a statement issued to newsmen, the Women Forum […] The post Kaduna Central: We’re yet to feel impact of your representation, women group tell Senator Adamu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tems Launches Empowerment Platform To Support Women In Music Industry

Nigerian music star and producer Temilade Openiyi, better known as Tems, has launched a new platform aimed at empowering women in Africa’s music industry. Titled the Leading Vibe Initiative, the programme will debut in Lagos on August 8 and 9. It is currently accepting applications from Nigerian female artistes, producers, and songwriters between the ages […] The post Tems Launches Empowerment Platform To Support Women In Music Industry appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago CREDICORP Targets Empowerment Of 3,700 Women Via Credit Scheme

The Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP) has disclosed its intention is to empower no fewer than 3,700 Nigerian women through its credit-backed mobility programme. CREDICORP Managing Director, Engr. Uzoma Nwala, disclosed on Wednesday in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital during the distribution of 20 tricycles to young women in the state. Nwala described the ‘Queen […]

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1 week ago YEIDEP Launches $2.5bn Global Donorship Drive To Empower Youths, Women

The Federal Government, in collaboration with Youths Off The Street Initiative (YOTSI), has launched the ‘YEIDEP Global Donorship Drive and Fundraising Campaign’, which aims to raise $2.5 billion for the implementation of the ‘Cooperative Youth Farmers and Allied Entrepreneurs Programme (CYFAEP)’, a sub-scheme of the ‘Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization’ (YEIDEP). YEIDEP is a national […]

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1 week ago FG partners YOTSI to launch YEIDEP’s $2.5bn global donorship drive to empower youths, women

By Sunday Ani The federal government, in collaboration with Youths Off The Street Initiative (YOTSI), has launched the ‘YEIDEP Global Donorship Drive and Fundraising Campaign’ to raise $2.5 billion for the implementation of the ‘Cooperative Youth Farmers and Allied Entrepreneurs Programme (CYFAEP)’, a sub-scheme of the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalisation Programme (YEIDEP). YEIDEP is […] The post FG partners YOTSI to launch YEIDEP’s $2.5bn global donorship drive to empower youths, women appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Niger: Gov Bago donates of N100m to Yahaya Abubakar Endowment Fund

Tribune Online Niger: Gov Bago donates of N100m to Yahaya Abubakar Endowment Fund The Etsu Nupe stated that the Foundation would implement targeted interventions in education, health, agriculture, and rural development, as well as youth and women's empowerment. Niger: Gov Bago donates of N100m to Yahaya Abubakar Endowment Fund Tribune Online

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2 w. ago NECA hails tax reforms, urges smooth implementation to boost growth

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA) has expressed support for the signing of the tax reform bills by President Bola Tinubu, describing the development as long overdue and crucial to enhancing business sustainability in the country. Speaking at the Employers’ Summit held in Abuja with the theme “Enabling Sustainable Enterprise in […] The post NECA hails tax reforms, urges smooth implementation to boost growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Rivers women receive share of 3700 tricycles to begin ‘’Queen Riders’ scheme

Rivers State women have begun accessing the 3,700 national tricycle scheme which empowers women riders to own, operate, and pay read more Rivers women receive share of 3700 tricycles to begin ‘’Queen Riders’ scheme

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2 w. ago Stanbic IBTC Restates Commitment To Women’s Economic Empowerment

Stanbic IBTC Bank said it is committed to creating an environment where women can thrive, leveraging its financial expertise to empower them economically. The two-day event, held this year under the theme ‘Bloom into More’, was more than just a celebration; it was a transformational experience. Thousands of women entrepreneurs, professionals, and leaders gathered to […]

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2 w. ago Nigeria’s First Lady advocates empowerment opportunities for women and girls

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has restated commitment to any cause that will herald improved health and education opportunities for women and girls in Nigeria and, by extension, Africa. Senator Tinubu stated this at the 7th edition of the Merck Foundation First Ladies’ Initiative (MFFLI) Summit in Dubai, which brought […] The post Nigeria’s First Lady advocates empowerment opportunities for women and girls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Herconomy wins three Silver Lions at 2025 Cannes Lions Festival for ‘Breastmilk Money’

Herconomy, a Nigerian financial platform focused on women’s economic empowerment, has received three Silver Lions at the 2025 Cannes Lions read more Herconomy wins three Silver Lions at 2025 Cannes Lions Festival for ‘Breastmilk Money’

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