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Foundation Advocates Digital Skills for Women, Youths

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.

World Women Organisation Expands to Nigeria

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.

France's FEF-OSC Programme Empowers Nigerian Women

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.

Educating Girls Key to Ending Gender Violence in Nigeria

As 16 Days of Activism begins, UN official Trond Jensen argues that investing in girls' education and women's empowerment is the most effective strategy to reduce GBV in Nigeria's conflict-affected northeast. Read the full analysis.

Nigeria's development lags as women face exclusion

Stakeholders warn Nigeria's progress will slow unless gaps in women's empowerment, finance, and political participation are closed. Experts cite information, resource, and skills gaps as major barriers.

Why Older Women Choose Freedom Over Remarriage

Discover why Nigerian women over 50 are choosing independence and self-fulfillment instead of remarrying. Research shows single women are happier and more satisfied with life.

Faith Oloruntoba Champions Women in Travel and Tech

Nigerian-Canadian entrepreneur Faith Oloruntoba shares her journey building Ivory Luxe Journeys and Groupbuyhive, advocating for women's empowerment through transformative travel experiences and technology.

FSDH Bank Invests N3bn in Women-Led Businesses

FSDH Merchant Bank reaffirms commitment to women's economic inclusion, disbursing over N3 billion in loans to female entrepreneurs through its Women in Business Initiative.

Women of Rubies Concludes Media Visibility Bootcamp 5.0

Women of Rubies successfully concluded its fifth Media Visibility Bootcamp, empowering women with leadership and visibility strategies. Learn how this transformative program is shaping female leaders globally.

Cross River & REA Tackle Rural Power Crisis

Cross River State and REA launch clean energy partnership to end electricity blackouts affecting 15 LGAs. Initiative aims to transform rural economies and reduce generator dependency.

EU Opens Women's Digital Innovation Hub in Kano

European Union launches Women Venture Studio in Kano to empower female digital entrepreneurs through skills training, market access and circular fashion initiatives. Join the movement!

327 Children Abducted from St. Mary Catholic School

The mass abduction of 327 pupils from St. Mary Catholic School in Papiri shocked Nigeria. Discover how this beacon of hope transformed Kamberi lives through education despite poverty and insecurity.

NGO Empowers 40 Women, Youths with Digital Skills

Niger Delta Initiative launches digital skills training for women and youth across 10 northern states. Program aims to boost competitiveness in Nigeria's digital economy. #DigitalSkills #WomenEmpowerment

Lions Club Empowers Students, Widows in Shagamu

Metropolitan Lions Club Shagamu empowers female students with hygiene education, supports 18 widows, provides eye care to 70 beneficiaries, and feeds 700 people to mark special occasions.

100 Houses Gifted to Widows in Kaduna

Adashe Women Housing empowers 100 widows in Kaduna with new, climate-resilient homes. This humanitarian project, supported by government partners, offers a fresh start and renewed dignity.

Cholera Outbreak Claims 10 Lives in Adamawa

Rural communities in Adamawa face devastating cholera outbreak with 10 confirmed deaths. Victims describe drinking unsafe water and using makeshift remedies as government aid fails to reach remote villages.

Tinubu to Women: Embrace Digital Skills, Start Small

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerian women to embrace digital skills and start small for economic empowerment. Learn how NITDA's training program is transforming women's futures across Nigeria.

Zamfara Zakkat Board to Wed 200 Orphans

Zamfara State Zakkat Board prepares mass wedding for 200 orphans on November 23, 2025, plus business grants for women entrepreneurs and debt relief programs across the state.

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