Last week, a sad story shocked Nigerians. A pregnant woman in Abuja walked the streets in labour, looking for help. She was carrying twins but could not get the right care on time. This shows the deep problems with maternal care in Nigeria. A Mother in Labour Turned Away The woman said the hospital asked … Read more
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the UN Special Programme of Research, Development, and Research in Human Reproduction (HRP) are collaborating to ensure that postnatal care is robust and effective in every country. Their goal is simple: to make sure mothers and babies not only survive but also live healthy, happy lives. Why Postnatal Care … Read more
Poverty is a significant issue for many people worldwide. But it is worse for women in Nigeria, especially those living in rural areas. Rural women face more struggles than men because they are more vulnerable. When poverty is high, women in Nigeria cannot buy good food, health care, or education. This makes life harder for … Read more
Senior government officials from Tanzania are visiting Rwanda this week. The visit is part of a program on gender budgeting. The goal is to see how Rwanda uses its budget to support both men and women fairly. UN Women organized the trip. Delegates are from Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar. They include officials from finance, gender, … Read more
Many pregnant women in Nigeria still do not know their HIV status. Researchers at the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR) raised this concern. They explained that the problem is worse in rural areas and private hospitals where HIV testing is not common during antenatal care. Dr. Agatha David, who leads the Child and Adolescent … Read more
Nigeria is grappling with a critical health crisis rooted in deepening health inequality. Recent reports reveal that approximately 60% of Nigerians survive on less than $2 a day, further worsening disparities in access to healthcare. Professor John Ataguba, a leading health economics expert, cautioned that insufficient health financing and weak government support continue to amplify … Read more
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
