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Offensive Label Resurfaces The Nigerian Bar Association Women’s Forum (NBAWF) has condemned the recurring use of the term “conference materials” to describe women lawyers during NBA Annual General Conferences. The phrase, which resurfaced on social media, wrongly suggests that women attend events only for immoral purposes. NBAWF Stands Against Disrespect The Forum described the label … Read more
Zainab Ibrahim, the Deputy National Woman Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has a clear message. She said APC women want a “twinning formula” to help more women enter politics. This formula means that deputy roles, like deputy governors and vice chairpersons, must always be women. She believes this is the fastest way to … Read more
Pregnancy style has changed. Women no longer hide their baby bumps. Today, many choose bold looks, bright colors, and stylish gowns. In Nigeria, women are turning pregnancy into a runway. Maternity dresses are no longer plain or boring. Instead, a maternity dress is a way to show confidence, joy, and identity. This new wave shows … Read more
Nigeria is preparing for another budget cycle. But many groups say the way budgeting is done does not always meet the needs of everyone. Stakeholders are asking the government to do better. They want budgeting that focuses on fairness and care. This means planning with girls and people with disabilities in mind. They say this … Read more
Not every woman has the same chance of getting breast cancer. Some women are at high risk, some are in the middle, and some are at low risk. That is why breast cancer screening should not be the same for everyone. Doctors measure risk in three main groups: To know your own group, you can … Read more
United Nations Women addressed church leaders in Nigeria about the serious problem of gender based violence. The meeting took place in Owerri, Imo State, during the 2025 general assembly and leadership retreat of the African Instituted Churches. Ms. Beatrice Eyong, the UN Women Country Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, said gender based violence is one … Read more
The Niger State Government has empowered 2,500 women in Kontagora Local Government Area with N250 million to help grow their small businesses. How the Grant Was Shared Each woman received N100,000. The funds were given out by Hauwa Bako, Special Adviser to the Governor on Social Investment Programmes, acting on behalf of Governor Umaru Bago. … Read more
Why the Special Seats Bill Matters Nigerian women leaders and advocates are calling for the passage of the Special Seats Bill, describing it as a historic step to correct political imbalance and promote democracy. They believe more women in politics will unlock Nigeria’s full social and economic potential. Women’s Rights Advocate Speaks Out Women’s rights … Read more
2025 has been a landmark year for Nigerian women’s sports. On the football pitch, the Super Falcons reclaimed their African crown in dramatic fashion. On the basketball court, the D’Tigress extended their continental dominance and broke new ground globally. Together, these triumphs show Nigeria’s women leading the way for African excellence. Super Falcons Win Record … Read more
The Cedar Seed Foundation in Abuja has launched a national civic campaign called “Vote for Her” to support women with disabilities participating in women in politics across Nigeria. Breaking Barriers for Women with Disabilities in Politics At the campaign launch, organizers stressed that women in politics who live with disabilities face double discrimination—both as women … Read more
