FGM Persists in Kenya Despite National Ban
In remote Kenyan villages, 80% of girls endure female genital mutilation despite a 2011 law. Activists fight entrenched tradition, corruption, and curses to rescue victims. Read the full report.
Category : Women Politics
Valerie Fubara Visits, Gifts Christmas Babies in Port Harcourt
Rivers First Lady, Lady Valerie Fubara, visited RSUTH and a children's home on Christmas Day, gifting newborns and orphans. She urged parents to raise children in God's fear.
Kwara Lawmaker Empowers 500 Widows, 100 Constituents
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.
110 Lagos Widows Get Food, Cash Gifts for Christmas
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.
Sahle-Work Zewde: Women Must Challenge Artificial Limitations
At the 14th Inspiring Women Africa conference in Lagos, former Ethiopian President Sahle-Work Zewde called on women to own their narratives. Nigerian Minister Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim highlighted digital tools for empowerment. Read more.
Chibuzor Azubuike on Women's Education & Empowerment
Dr. Chibuzor Azubuike argues education without empowerment leaves women vulnerable. Her research and foundations focus on building leadership and resilience for sustainable impact.
Africa Reclaims Development Wheel After USAID Freeze
The abrupt freeze of USAID funding forces African governments and civil society to recalibrate strategies, sparking a crucial shift towards sovereignty and sustainable domestic financing for health and gender programmes.
Gathering 2025: Women of Faith Challenge Limiting Narratives
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.
Media trained on ethical SGBV reporting in Lagos, Edo
WRAHP trained 20 journalists from Lagos and Edo States on ethical reporting of SGBV cases to protect survivors and advance justice. Learn how media can drive change.
Pan-African Feminist Solidarity Network Launched to End Sexual Violence
African feminist movements unite across borders to confront sexual violence as a human rights crisis. A new solidarity network launches to demand justice for survivors and push for the ratification of the AU-CEVAWG convention. Read more.
Fakuyi: First Lady Key to 144 Women Seats in 2027
APC senatorial aspirant Kayode Fakuyi urges First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to lead the push for 144 reserved seats for women in the National Assembly by 2027. Strategic planning is vital to avoid past failures.
Women in Politics Founder Ebere Ifendu's Son Weds
High Chief Ebere Ifendu, founder of Women in Politics Forum, celebrated her son Eric's wedding in a grand ceremony attended by national dignitaries. The event highlighted family, legacy, and women's empowerment. Read more about this joyous convergence.
Canada, First Lady Push for Greater PWD Inclusion
The Canadian High Commission and Nigeria's First Lady advocate for enhanced rights and inclusion for Persons with Disabilities, spotlighting artist Kanyeyachukwu's inspiring journey. Join the call for an accessible society.
FG Inaugurates Third National Action Plan on Women, Peace
Nigeria's Federal Government has launched the NAP III (2024-2028) to advance the Women, Peace, and Security agenda, reinforcing commitment to gender equality and sustainable peace nationwide.
Father Rewrites Narrative on Female Children in Urhobo Land
Confidence Maye Utomi celebrates her father for valuing his daughters equally in a patriarchal Urhobo culture. Read her inspiring story of love overcoming bias.
FG, CREDICORP Empower 10,000 Women with Mobility Assets
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: States Must Build Systems for Women's Empowerment
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.
APC Leader Pushes for Reserved Legislative Seats for Women
APC's Hajia Zainab Abubakar Ibrahim urges swift constitutional amendment to reserve seats for women in the National Assembly, citing urgent need for gender equity in Nigerian politics.
Minister: Legal Reforms Will Capture All Digital Violence
Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim announces legal reforms to tackle digital violence, as 8 in 10 GBV cases involve minors. The 2025 No Tolerance March united voices across 19 states.
Constitutional Amendment Seeks 182 New Seats for Women
Nigeria's National Assembly debates a landmark bill to create 182 reserved legislative seats for women, aiming to tackle the nation's severe gender imbalance in politics. Read the details and the Senate's counter-proposal.
Kaduna Stakeholders Push for Women's Reserved Seats Bill
Women leaders and officials in Kaduna urge lawmakers to pass the Reserved Seats for Women Bill for political inclusion. The call highlights the need for action beyond rhetoric.
France Boosts Nigeria's GBV Fight with Economic Empowerment Projects
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.
Women's Club Demands Gender Parity at 20th Anniversary
The Cosmopolitan Women Club celebrated its 20th anniversary in Lagos, calling for gender equality in offices and unveiling legacy projects including a neonatal ward and public toilets. Read more.
Digital Violence Silences Women with Disabilities
Nigeria's Minister of Women Affairs warns digital violence is dangerously excluding women with disabilities. A new network for peace and security was launched in Abuja to address the threat.
Pressure Mounts on NASS to Pass Women's Special Seats Bill
Women leaders and stakeholders intensify pressure on Nigeria's National Assembly to pass the Special Seats Bill, warning of democratic stagnation without enhanced female representation. Vote imminent.
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.
Over 10,000 GBV Cases Recorded in Nigeria in 2025
The Federal Government disclosed 10,326 gender-based violence cases from Jan-Sep 2025. A new digital dashboard and emergency fund aim to combat the surge, especially online violence.
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.
Nurse Suspended for Calling Transgender Paedophile 'Mr'
A UK nurse faces disciplinary action after refusing to use female pronouns for a transgender paedophile patient. Conservative MPs urge NHS to drop the case, citing racial abuse and freedom of belief.
EU Urges Action on Tech-Facilitated Gender Violence in Nigeria
The EU warns of weaponised digital spaces against women in Nigeria. Ambassador Mignot calls for coordinated action, citing new €18m support programme. Read more.
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