The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajia Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has shared a sad truth about women in Nigeria. She said that 31% of women aged 15 to 49 have faced physical violence. She explained that these are not just numbers. Every number is a real woman, a daughter, a sister, a mother, or … 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
Protect the Child Foundation (PTCF), a non-governmental group, is asking the Kogi government and religious leaders to act fast against sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) in Kogi. SGBV means hurting someone because of their sex or gender. It includes touching without permission, forced sex, beating, and treating girls or boys as less important. The group … Read more
Police in Kebbi State say they have arrested 11 men who are suspected of doing something very wrong to a 13-year-old girl who has trouble thinking clearly. Police say the men took advantage of her many times. The girl later became pregnant and gave birth to a baby boy on July 8, 2025. This case … Read more
Different groups — including young people, religious and traditional leaders, police officers, civil society groups, and NGOs — recently gathered in Abeokuta to tackle Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) and break the silence around it. The meeting was hosted by the Centre for Women’s Health and Information (CEWHIN) at the National Union of Teachers (NUT) … Read more
Gender discrimination means treating people unfairly because they are male or female. This happens when boys and girls are not given the same chances. In Nigeria, this happens a lot. For example, many girls are forced to marry before they turn 18. In fact, about 30% of women aged 20–24 were married before 18. This … Read more
Gender-based violence means hurting someone because of their gender. In Nigeria, many people face this problem. Let’s learn about the different forms of gender based violence. Physical Violence Physical violence is when someone hurts another person’s body. In Nigeria, many women and girls face this kind of harm. For example, hitting or beating someone is … Read more
GBV stands for Gender-Based Violence, which means violence against a person based on gender. GBV affects women, men, and children, but to a larger extent, it affects women and girls. GBV consists of physical violence, sexual violence, emotional violence, and economic control. GBV is a big problem in Nigeria, and the majority of cases go … Read more
Misogyny is a word people use when talking about gender issues. But what does it mean? The misogyny definition is simple: it means hatred or strong bias against women. Understanding misogyny helps people see how it affects society and what can be done to stop it. Misogyny Definition and Why It Matters The definition of … Read more
Misogyny is hatred, discrimination, or prejudice against women, and it emanates in every sphere of life: education, work, politics, and healthcare. In Nigeria, misogyny cuts down opportunities and slows down progress. A proper understanding of it means the beginning of change toward gender equality. 1. Misogyny Affects Women’s Access to Education Girls in Nigeria face many challenges en route to school. According to UNICEF, there are 10.5 million out-of-school children, most are girls. Some force girls into marriage and forbid them from continuing their education. According to Girls Not Brides, 44 percent of the girls in Nigeria are married off before they attain the age of 18 years. Upon marriage, most girls … Read more
