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The Chibok Girls tragedy remains one of Nigeria’s darkest moments. In April 2014, armed men stormed a school in Chibok, Borno State, and kidnapped 276 girls. They took girls from their classrooms and forced into the unknown. The world watched in shock. Families cried for help. Governments promised action. But years later, many girls are … Read more
Women in Nigeria face many challenges, from financial struggles to lack of opportunities. The National Council of Women Societies (NCWS) is taking action by launching a training program to help widows and women across the country. This initiative is about giving women a chance to build a better future. NCWS Is Giving Women the Tools … Read more
Unsafe abortion is a serious public health issue in many countries, including Nigeria. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), unsafe abortions cause about 30% of maternal deaths in Nigeria. Many women and girls seek unsafe procedures due to restrictive laws, lack of access to healthcare, and stigma. The dangers of abortion can lead to … Read more
Maternal mortality in Nigeria remains a challenge. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Nigeria accounts for over 20% of global maternal deaths. Many Nigerian women die during pregnancy, childbirth, or shortly after delivery due to preventable causes. Women should not lose their lives while bringing new life into the world. We must take action … Read more
In many places, education still leaves some children behind, so people ask, what is inclusive education? Inclusive education is where every child learns together in the same school, irrespective of their differences. It does not segregate children because of disability, gender, economic status, or learning ability but creates a system where all children feel welcome, … Read more
Breast ironing is a practice that has been affecting millions of girls in Nigeria and other parts of Africa. This is one of those practices that many people do not talk about, yet it is very serious and painful. This practice entails the pressing or massaging of the breasts of a young girl with hot … Read more
The Ministry of Women Affairs was very instrumental in changing the lives of women in Nigeria. It aims to provide opportunities for economic empowerment. However, many people do not fully understand what the ministry does and the challenges it faces. One such relatively recent one is the Nigeria For Women Project Scale-Up, which aims to … Read more
Fundamental Human Rights are basic freedoms that every human being deserves to have. These include the right to life, education, freedom of speech, and protection from abuse. In Nigeria, while such rights are in the Constitution, many continue to suffer violations. Some are denied education, while others suffer violence or other forms of unfair treatment. … Read more
According to UNICEF, 37 million Nigerian women and girls experience period poverty. Such a problem has been exacerbated with the increasing costs of sanitary products. Many girls either fail to attend school, get infected, or revert to unsafe alternatives such as rags and newspapers. In certain communities, the period stigma has caused even a reluctance … Read more
Although there are opportunities in Nigeria, women entrepreneurs face several challenges. Although ownership of SMEs is said to be 40 percent for women, the funds actually utilized are less than 20 percent. To many, capital, training in business techniques, and entry to the markets have become almost unreachable. Despite these many challenges, however, women in … Read more
