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21 Feb
As the 2024 International Women Day (IWD) approaches, Nigerians have been urged to train girls to become responsible leaders in future.
28 Dec
Lagos State is the most populous state, the commercial capital of the country and economic hub of West Africa having held the status of the federal capital territory from 1968 until 1991.
19 Dec
In a recent podcast episode, renowned media personality Toke Makinwa offered advice to women seeking to connect with wealthy men during the holiday season. Makinwa, who rose to prominence in 2010 as a co-host of Rhythm 93.7 FM’s ‘The Morning Drive Show,’ drew on her experience to provide valuable recommendations for navigating Lagos' upscale social…
22 Oct 2023
October 11 every year, the International Day of The Girl Child shines a light of hope in a world that seems shrouded in darkness. This day celebrates every female, big and small, and highlights the importance of promoting gender equality and empowering girls. Pauline Aimi Okoeguale, a certified counsellor, emotional intelligence coach, and the Founder…
12 Oct 2023
Champions of youth development, under the aegis of Mentoring Assistance for Youths and Entrepreneurs Initiative (MAYEIN), yesterday, urged the Oyo State Government and relevant stakeholders to enhance educational opportunities and equality among schoolgirls.
24 Jul 2023
For the society to control childbirth, women must gear their efforts towards educating their girls on the hazard of having too much children, a non-governmental organisation, Esteemed Hub Foundation, has suggested.
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