The World Bank has disbursed ₦492 million to 41 women’s groups in Niger State to boost rice processing activities, marking a significant step toward women’s economic empowerment. Each group received ₦12 million under the Nigeria for Women Project (NFWP), with the program’s state coordinator, Sarki Bello, overseeing the allocations. Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Minister of Women Affairs, […]
Stakeholders gathered in Abuja on Tuesday to reinforce their commitment to gender equality and the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) in Nigeria. The event, themed High-Level Dialogue: Investment in Gender Equality and Ending Violence Against Women for Rights and Development, was organized by the African Development Bank (AfDB) in collaboration with UN Women and the […]
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has emphasized the need for sustained efforts toward gender equality, calling it crucial for building a peaceful, equitable, and prosperous society. Speaking at the 2024 Gender Conference held at the University of Lagos, Tinubu highlighted the importance of justice and empowerment in fostering sustainable development. Represented by Mrs. Maryam Obadina, she […]
The European Union (EU) has called on stakeholders, including government agencies, private sectors, civil society, and traditional institutions, to unite in the fight against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Nigeria. Zissimos Vergos, Deputy Ambassador of the EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, emphasized a whole-society approach as key to addressing SGBV during the 10th […]
Women in Technology in Nigeria (WITIN) has emerged as the winner of the 2024 Inspiring Women in Science Outreach Award. The organization was recognized for its efforts in promoting girls’ representation in STEM education through its Girls STEM Clubs and Outreaches program. The award, presented by Nature in partnership with The Estée Lauder Companies, acknowledges […]
