In Nigeria, the men make more money than women for doing the same work. This is the “gender pay gap.” Men and women don’t have equal pay. What Is the Gender Pay Gap? The gender pay gap is where men and women are given unequal amounts of cash for doing the same work. In Nigeria, … Read more
In Nigeria, there are some boys’ names and girls’ names. And then there are also some for both. Such names are known as gender neutral names. They are unique because they reflect our vibrant culture and bring us together. Why Do We Have Neutral Names? Nigeria has many tribes and languages. Each group has its … 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
In Nigeria, a long time ago, women were important leaders. They helped run their communities. This was before other countries came and changed things. Today, we’ll learn about how women in pre colonial administration in Nigeria. Women in Pre-Colonial Administration in Nigeria Before other countries came, Nigeria had many groups of people. Each group had … 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
Women form a significant portion of the economy but do not have stable jobs. Women have a higher percentage of unemployment in Nigeria than men. We need to focus on creating jobs for women to turn the tide. Three effective methods for doing this are discussed below. 1. Invest in Women-Owned Businesses Women entrepreneurs contribute … Read more
Equality is the foundation of a just and fair society. It means giving everyone, regardless of gender, race, or background, equal rights and opportunities. Even with that, inequality persists and affects millions of people worldwide. That is why Equality Month is important—it raises awareness and demands action so that the world can be a fairer … Read more
Gender and politics have walked side by side for centuries. Women everywhere, Nigeria being no exception, have had to struggle to make themselves heard in leadership. We shall discuss, from the past to today, why that is the case and how that can be changed. A Look at History The marginalization of women in Nigerian … Read more
Nutrition and dietetics play a significant role in development and health. Nutrition helps to avert diseases, boost the immune system, and enable children to grow healthy and strong. Malnutrition is, however, a major problem in Nigeria, especially among children and women. Nigeria has the second highest maternal and child mortality rate in Africa, and poor … Read more
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
