The education of the girl child is paramount. Through education, girls are equipped to create a better future for themselves and their societies. This blog will show three key ways to understand and promote the importance of girl child education in Nigeria. Why Education Changes Lives It provides lifelong benefits. Sending girls to school equips … Read more
The debate on boy and girl education has been the talk of the hour for years in countries like Nigeria. Some feel that boys must have more access to education, and others believe that girls should be equally provided with opportunities. But how? This blog will discuss how the debate can be addressed effectively to … Read more
Women in Nigeria face certain challenges in pursuing education, particularly in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. To assist them in this regard, different organizations provide scholarships. These women in STEM scholarships will help Nigerian women pursue STEM careers. Importance of Women in STEM The inclusion of women in STEM brings innovation and … Read more
Gender bias in schools continues to shape educational experiences, with opportunities often limited by stereotypical expectations for girls and boys. It is a big issue that affects academic performance and has implications for future career prospects, thus perpetuating inequality across generations. We must reduce gender bias in schools to create more inclusive learning environments. What … Read more
A joint research project, funded by the British Council’s Gender Equality Partnerships Grant, has been set to tackle the problem of gender inequality in Nigerian Universities. In a joined initiative, Bournemouth University is heading this project with the University of Port Harcourt to push forward and help develop a model that can be replicated in … Read more
The future of children in Baita, a small village in Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State, is at stake. Poverty, archaic cultural beliefs, and lack of infrastructure are a few of the factors that have denied most kids the opportunity to be enrolled in formal school. Despite increased investments, Kano still faces a wide … Read more
UNICEF, Generation Unlimited (GenU), and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office (FCDO) have launched a Girls Education Skills Programme (GESP) to provide skill-building opportunities for young women in Nigeria. The initiative, hosted at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) and Computer Village, Ikeja, aims to empower one million girls aged 13 to 24 with market-relevant … Read more
Technology empowers women by creating opportunities for growth and inclusion. In Nigeria, digital tools offer women access to education, jobs, and platforms that amplify their voices. By integrating technology into daily life, women are reshaping their futures and breaking societal barriers. Increasing Opportunities Through Digital Tools Access to technology has transformed how women in Nigeria … Read more
Gender bias in education has long been a challenge that affects the academic and personal growth of many students, particularly girls. Education experts urge stakeholders to support technology’s role in removing gender-based barriers that often limit students’ access to learning. Technology offers a powerful tool to address imbalances, providing equal access to digital learning resources, … Read more
The Social and Economic Rights Accountability Project (SERAP) has launched an innovative workshop aimed at creating a frontline against corruption by empowering Nigerian university students. This recent workshop on the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act equipped students with the tools to demand transparency from public officials, reinforcing accountability across government institutions. Students from prominent universities, … Read more
