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Esther Eghobamien-Mshelia, an advocate for gender equality and women’s rights, currently serves as the vice-chair of the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW). In this …
Why gender equality is an economic priority – Eghobamien-Mshelia Read More
As part of its activities to mark the 16 days of activism against Sexual and Gender-based Violence (SGBV), Wonder Woman Nigeria (WWN) in partnership with French Embassy in Nigeria has …
Kaduna: NGO sensitises residents on dangers of SGBV Read More
Run Club Abuja (RCA), a fitness and healthy lifestyle community, is set to host a 10km charity run in Abuja aimed at combating period poverty. The initiative seeks to provide …
RCA holds 10km run to tackle period poverty in Abuja Read More
The Lagos state Project Coordinator, Rule of Law and Anti-Corruption Programme (RoLAC), Mrs. Ajibola Ijimakinwa, says traditional rulers are a key stakeholders in the fight against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence …
Traditional rulers key stakeholders in fight against SGBV -Ijimakinwa Read More
The Ayedero of Yorubaland, Hon. Shina Peller, will today (Saturday) host an empowerment program for his constituents in honour of JFO. According to a statement, the event is scheduled to …
Shina Peller holds cash empowerment programme in memory of JFO Read More
Women and people with special needs were the focus as the federal government on Friday flagged off the 93,731 Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) nationwide. Minister of Labour and Employment, …
Women, special needs in focus as FG flags off 93,731 employment initiative Read More
Women make up 49.5 per cent of Nigeria’s 200 million people. Our strength is in our diversity. The theme of the 2024 African Women Conference (AWC) at the Lusaka, Zambia, …
Changing tide for women’s economic empowerment with technology Read More
In a bid to curb Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG), the Empowering Women for Excellence Initiative (EWEI) has convened a seminar engaging 50 men and boys from Kujama and …
EWEI rallies 50 men, boys in Kaduna to combat violence against women, girls Read More
The appointment of Honourable Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahima as Minister of Women Affairs signals a new chapter for a ministry that has struggled to fulfil its potential in recent years. With unwavering determination, …
Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim: Elevating women’s voices and roles in Nigeria Read More
Africa must help itself by deliberately charting the course for women development as their women struggle to participate effectively in the affairs of their societies. They lack skills or education …
Exploring digital enhancement for women in Africa Read More
The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Suleiman Ibrahim, has called for a united national effort to combat Gender-Based Violence (GBV). She also advocated for a stronger legal reforms that could …
16 days activism: Minister advocates death penalty, life imprisonment for perpetrators of GBV Read More
In commemoration of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence campaign, the Executive Secretary of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Dr Tony Ojukwu SAN, has reaffirmed commitment of …
16 Days of Activism on GBV : NHRC reaffirms commitments to protecting rights of Nigerians Read More
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Olayemi Cardoso, has noted that Nigeria women entrepreneurial activity exceeded that of the men by four percent. He however, noted …
Women entrepreneurial activity exceeded men by 4% – CBN gov. Read More
The House of Representatives says it will embark on an awareness march against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) through the streets of Abuja to kick off the global 16 Days of Activism …
16 Days Activism: House of Reps to march against GBV today Read More
The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria has unveiled a new logo, symbolizing its evolution and future aspirations as it marks its 60th anniversary. FIDA Nigeria’s Country Vice President …
FIDA unveils new logo, plans outreach at 60th anniversary triennial conference Read More
As Nigeria prepares for the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) starting November 25, having joined the global observance of the Universal Children’s Day on November 20, ENE …
Child welfare, gender equality under focus ahead 16-days activism Read More
Women Radio 91.7FM has unveiled NIMI, an Intelligent Virtual Assistant (IVA) it developed, marking Nigeria’s first AI-driven radio broadcasting. Blueprint reports that this cutting-edge technology is set to enhance the …
Women Radio 91.7FM unveils NIMI, AI virtual assistant for radio broadcasting Read MoreAt the capacity building training for MDAs on implementation of, compliance monitoring, and report of the 3rd National Action Plan on UNSCR 1325, the Programme Specialist-Women Peace and Security, Peter …
We need to break barriers that limits women from decision making – Mancha Read More
Wives of Nigerian governors Thursday night advocates payment for six months maternity leave. This was as the women swore to aggressively fight against sexual and gender-based violence in their various …
Governors’ wives advocate payment of 6 months maternity leave Read More
In this report, ENE OSHABA explores the impact of funding gaps in Nigeria’s family planning programmes, highlighting how stockouts of contraceptives negatively affect women’s health, economic stability, and family dynamics. …
How family planning funding gaps affect women, families Read More
Minister of Women Affairs, Hon Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Wednesday, in Abuja, called on Nigerian women, Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs), private sectors and other stakeholders to join her in driving an all -inclusive …
Women minister to lead campaign against gender-based violence Read More
Wife of Ebonyi state Governor, Mrs. Mary-Maudline Uzoamaka Nwifuru, Tuesday said she will always fight fight Gender- Based Violence (GBV) in the state. This was as she noted that Ebonyi …
Ebonyi first lady vows to fight all forms of maltreatment against women Read More
A Professor of Communication at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Eserinune Mojaye, has urged the federal government to intensify campaign against Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) to protect the …
Intensify media campaign against FGM, don urges FG Read More
Abiola Idowu-Ojo is the executive secretary of the African Commission on Human and People’s Rights (ACHPRs). In this interview with ENE OSHABA, she speaks on her career progression at the …
Why women’s rights remain critical across Africa – Idowu-Ojo Read More
Nigeria stands on the brink of a tech-driven transformation. With one of the largest youth populations in the world and a vibrant tech community, the country has tremendous potential to …
Empowering Nigeria’s tech sector: The path to innovation, growth, and global competitiveness Read More