Realwarripikin is transforming lives in Nigeria. Since its launch on September 12, 2019, by Anita Asuoha, the organization has impacted thousands of women and children. Realwarripikin’s Commitment to Women’s Empowerment One of how Realwarripikin is changing lives is the Women Empowerment Scheme. Most women in Nigeria struggle to grow their business since they lack funding. … Read more
Financial independence is having enough money to care for your needs and make choices about your future. For most women in Nigeria and the global world, financial independence has not been achieved. But times are changing. More women are getting education, decent jobs, and emerging business and technology opportunities. Why Freedom Matters for Women When … Read more
Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu called on the United States to make its deportation system for Nigerians more humane. She reiterated that deportation ought not to lead to undue trauma. She questioned how many deported Nigerians have dependents at home. In her opinion, there are about 201 Nigerians in U.S. immigration detention facilities, of whom 85 are scheduled for deportation. 1. Address Emotional and Financial Impact on Families. Many deportees send money home to … Read more
There are countless numbers of Nigerians who travel to the United Kingdom (UK) every year to study, work, or seek better living conditions. Not all of them, however, remain. Nigerians deported from UK suffer a myriad of issues, including sudden deportation, loss of funds, and emotional trauma. Most people do not know what goes on … Read more
To make good policies, we must first define labour force correctly. Labor force means the number of people working or actively looking for work. Nigeria has over 220 million people, but not all are in the labor force. Some are students, retired, or unable to work. We need data to inform policies on employment, education, … Read more
Demographic data is key to making good policies. It tells us about the number of people in a country, their ages, education levels, jobs, and where they live. Governments make decisions based on guesswork instead of facts without accurate demographic data. Nigeria has a population of over 222 million people. More than 70% are under … 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
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
In Bauchi, empowering women and youth has become a cornerstone of development under the First Lady of Bauchi State, Dr. A’isha Bala Mohammed. Her Almuhibbah Foundation has reached out to more than 20,000 people across Bauchi, equipping them with skills and resources to help them build better lives. The most recent effort, which empowered 723 women across Bauchi’s 20 local … Read more
Women of Nigeria are resourceful, creative, and full of potential. However, many are still confronted by a set of unequal opportunities, financial challenges, and gender-based discrimination. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, women constitute 41% of entrepreneurs in Nigeria- the highest in Africa. This shows the enormous possibilities for women as entrepreneurs and the need to support business ideas for women. Where do they even begin? This blog elaborates on different business ideas for women in Nigeria, using practical insights to inspire real-life stories that would better their lives in today’s economy. Business … Read more
