Senate President Godswill Akpabio distributed 10 outboard engine fishing boats to women in Akwa Ibom's riverine communities on Boxing Day, boosting local livelihoods. Read more about this empowerment initiative.
Inspire World International Foundation's final 2025 outreach fed over 850 people in Mararaba, providing meals, raw food, and business tools to women. See how they're creating lasting change.
Francis Nwaogwugu Udochukwu spreads joy in his community with a massive empowerment program featuring tricycles, motorcycles, and cash gifts. See the heartwarming story.
The Opekete Foundation's 2025 roundtable convened 200 leaders to demand a shift in girls' education from mere access to building confidence, leadership, and global impact. Read the key insights.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu disbursed N50 million to women entrepreneurs in Ogun State. Each of the 1,000 beneficiaries received N50,000 as a non-repayable grant. Read more about this empowerment initiative.
The Renewed Hope Initiative and Tony Elumelu Foundation have empowered 1000 women in Ogun State with N50,000 grants each to boost their small-scale businesses. Read how this initiative aims to transform households and communities.
Hon. Maryam Yusuf Aladi empowers over 600 Kwarans with food, cash, and equipment. The initiative supports Governor AbdulRazaq's efforts for the vulnerable. Read more.
His Heavenly Light Ministry supports over 110 Lagos widows with food items and financial capital for Christmas, marking the third phase of its empowerment program. Founder Dr. Cecilia Onitiri outlines plans to increase grants.
French President Macron approves construction of a new, larger nuclear-powered aircraft carrier to replace the Charles de Gaulle, announcing the move during a visit to French troops in the UAE.
Dr. Chibuzor Azubuike argues education without empowerment leaves women vulnerable. Her research and foundations focus on building leadership and resilience for sustainable impact.
Sarah Stephen reflects on the transformative power of community for Nigerian women, urging a trauma-informed justice system and an end to aid dependency. Read how women are redefining ambition.
A Paris court has rejected a request to suspend Shein in France, citing the removal of illicit products. The ruling highlights challenges for e-commerce giants in Europe. Read more.
French lawmakers fail to agree on 2026 budget, deepening political crisis. Prime Minister Lecornu faces setback as deficit concerns grow. Read the full analysis.
VCDF's Reform360 programme, backed by SEEPCO, provides mental health, vocational & entrepreneurship training to 200 incarcerated women in Lagos, fostering hope and reintegration.
A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
French parliament approves social security budget, suspending the unpopular pension age hike. Prime Minister Lecornu races to finalise the 2026 spending plan. Read the full details.
The Nigerian government and CREDICORP have launched a programme to provide 10,000 women nationwide with vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles to boost their participation in transport and logistics. Discover how this initiative aims to drive economic growt
BudgIT calls on Nigerian states to replace ad hoc welfare with structured systems for women's economic empowerment. New report ranks all 36 states. Read the findings.
Expert warns Nigeria's growth is unsustainable without women. Closing gender gaps could add $12 trillion to global GDP. New foundation launched in Abuja to drive change.
France reaffirms commitment to Nigeria's fight against Gender-Based Violence, investing in 21 local projects across 16 states. Ambassador Marc Fonbaustier highlights economic autonomy as key to protecting women. Read more.
The Nkata Ndi Inyom Igbo Foundation highlights digital literacy and funding as key to empowering women and youth in tech and agribusiness. Experts call for action to meet Nigeria's 70% digital literacy target by 2027.
The 17th Global ELOY Awards celebrated Africa's most influential women across tech, agriculture, media & more. See the full list of winners who are driving change.
A 58-year-old French man faces charges for fathering three children with his daughter and forcing his 11-year-old son into incest. The case, compared to Josef Fritzl, shocks Brest. Read the full report.
The World Women Organisation launches its Nigeria chapter in Lagos, focusing on tech-driven empowerment for underserved women. Former Governor Amaechi pledges equal cabinet appointments.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed social media reports of his arrest in France as fake and politically motivated. He addressed the claims in Abuja on December 5, 2025.
The French Embassy launches a landmark gender equality initiative in Nigeria, co-created with local CSOs, achieving a 4.3 Social Return on Investment. Discover how this model project works.
A small French town will pay expectant mothers €1,000 to give birth locally, aiming to save its maternity ward from closure. Doctors warn of safety risks. Read more.
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu and top officials honor Nigerian policewomen's 70-year legacy of courage and service, urging more women to join the force. Read the inspiring details.
Three teenagers tragically died after their car plunged into a swimming pool in France. Nitrous oxide canisters were found inside. Read the full details of this heartbreaking incident.
ASF France reveals 82 Nigerian women face execution, highlighting gender bias and poverty in the justice system. Advocates demand a moratorium and recognition of domestic violence as a mitigating factor.