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Conversations are continuing about women's inclusion, reserved seats for women, and women's role in the overall electoral process. Ahmed Tijjani Mustapha is a political leader in Kaduna, Nigeria, and he…
MEET THE SHERO: Oyinkasola Badejo Okusanya
Born on January 15, 1967, in Lagos State, Oyinkasola Badejo-Okusanya is the first child of the late Olufolabi Olumide, a general surgeon who became the first vice-chancellor of Lagos State…
Nigerian Bar Association Elects 2nd Female National President
Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya on Saturday emerged as the winner of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) presidential election, becoming the 33rd president of the law association. Badejo-Okusanya polled 12,317 votes, representing 47.18 percent of…
Interrogating the Electoral College Approach in Nigeria’s Reserved Special Seats for Women Bill
As Nigeria advances toward a critical stage in its constitutional reform process, the proposed Women’s Special Seats Bill- House Bill (HB) 1349- has reignited national debate on how best to…
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Nigerian Women are not a “special interest group” — they are the electorate. The difference between winning and losing an election comes down to who shows up at the polling…
Women’s Political Inclusion in 2027 Polls: Nigerian Youth Raise Alarm
As political activities are gradually gathering momentum across the country as Nigeria moves closer to the 2027 general elections, young Nigerians are voicing growing concerns about the country's democratic future,…
Merck Foundation Summit Unites First Ladies To Tackle Infertility Stigma & Advance Girls’ Education
The Merck Foundation Africa Asia Luminary Summit marked a significant milestone when it celebrated nine years as an independent organisation and fourteen years of implementing development programmes across Africa, Asia,…
Naval Veterans Mark 41st Anniversary with Outreach to Abuja Orphanage
Service to the nation does not end with retirement. Nigeria's retired naval officers reaffirmed this while extending their commitment beyond the barracks to some of Nigeria's most vulnerable children as…
Inclusion Is Key to Good Governance: LP’s Presidential Candidate Okereke
Labour Party's 2027 presidential candidate, Dr. Chibuzor Okereke, has defended his decision to choose Hajia Bintu Konto as his running mate, describing the move as a deliberate blend of competence,…
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'The challenge is not about commitment, but about implementation at scale'. Dr. Abdul B. Kamara is a Sierra Leonean development economist and diplomat serving as the Director General/Country Director for…
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Supporting Male Victims of DV Does Not Betray Women
For decades, the movement to end domestic violence has transformed lives by exposing abuse, strengthening laws, supporting survivors, and challenging harmful social norms. These achievements have saved countless women and…
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'Closing Gender gaps could unlock between 2-3% of Nigeria's GDP annually'. Dr. Abdul B. Kamara is the Director General/Country Director for the African Development Bank (AfDB) in the Nigeria Country…
UN Seeks More Investment In Care Systems
UN Women has called on governments and private sector partners to invest in strong and equitable care systems, describing such investments as one of the smartest and most urgent pathways…
The Hidden Half: CDC Data Reveals Male Domestic Violence Victims
For decades, the conversation around domestic violence has largely centered on women; however, another reality has remained largely hidden from public discourse. Millions of men also experience abuse in their…
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Ms. Beatrice Eyong, a Cameroonian national, is the UN Women Country Representative to Nigeria. She has over 35 years of professional working experience in promoting gender equality and Women’s Empowerment.…
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Dr. Abdul B. Kamara is the Director General/Country Director for the African Development Bank (AfDB) in the Nigeria Country Department. He has over 20 years of experience in agricultural economics,…
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Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim has been serving as Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development of the Federal Republic of Nigeria since October 2024. She previously served as Minister of State for Police…
Nigeria inaugurates Gender Profile Roadmap towards 2030
Gender equality is not a concession; it is a sound investment in the strength of our nation. When women and girls enjoy equal access to education, finance, leadership, and security,…
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Lumbie Mlambo is a Zimbabwean impact Entrepreneur dedicated to improving access to clean water and empowering underserved women and girls in rural Zimbabwe. Through her organization, JB Dondolo Foundation, she…
