women empowerment
26 Oct
In a landmark event held at Laziz Hall in Tambuwal, Sokoto State, Hon. Abdussamad Dasuki, the federal lawmaker representing Kebbe/Tambuwal, announced a multi-pronged initiative to support education, agriculture, and women’s empowerment. This comprehensive scheme, amounting to ₦27.5 million, includes 200 scholarships for university students, provision of essential agricultural inputs for farmers, and financial grants to…
8 Oct
The Niger Delta Budget Monitoring Group (NDEBUMOG) has called for the inclusion of women in the implementation framework of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA). The group also recommended that 1% of the 3% Operating Expenditure of Oil and Gas Companies, should be allocated to women empowerment across host communities development trusts, projects, programs and activities.…
13 Sep
The 2024 August Meeting in Imo State wrapped up on a high note, celebrating the strength and resilience of women across the state. Under the theme Nwanyị Dị Ike (Igbo for ‘A Strong Woman’), the event took place at the Rear Admiral Ndubuisi Kanu Square in Owerri, where Mrs. Chioma Uzodimma, wife of Governor Hope…
26 Aug
The Humanitarian Awards and Magazine event, held at Merit House, Maitama, Abuja, proved to be an inspiring occasion, celebrating the profound contributions of three distinguished First Ladies in Nigeria. Her Excellency Dr. Zulaihat Dikko Radda of Katsina State, Her Excellency Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State, and Her Excellency Dr. Nafisa Nasir Idris of…
26 Jul
The Johnbosco Onunkwo Foundation has distributed over 1,000 bags of 50kg fertiliser and 600 sewing machines to women cooperative farmers and youths in Anambra State. This initiative is part of the foundation’s efforts to enhance food production and achieve food sufficiency in the state. Founded by Anambra-born philanthropist and two-time All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship…
15 Jun
Princess Sayo Adenle, is an agro-business entrepreneur and woman of culture with a strong passion and support for women folks.
8 Jun
Amid the chaos of blaring horns and hustling market vendors, a silent revolution is taking place in Lagos; busy streets. Although the revolu
30 May
The United Nations Women, an agency of the world body, has decorated Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq as a global HeForShe champion for his supportive policies on women. UN Women is the UN organisation that delivers programmes, policies, and standards that uphold women's human rights and ensure that every woman and girl lives up to…
21 May
The recently concluded Africa Women Summit 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya, marked groundbreaking achievements, including a notable blood drive that saw over 20 women participating. The three-day summit, themed "Women’s Health: Empowering Voices, Inspiring Change," hosted impactful events aimed at advancing women’s health, empowering young girls, and fostering international cooperation. Distinguished guests at the summit included…
11 May
Nike Kay-Okunubi, the brain behind NIKI KAY, blends tradition and modernity in African-inspired fashion. Founded in Nigeria in 2013 and registered in Canada in 2020, NIKI KAY symbolises elegance globally. Kay-Okunubi's journey reflects dedication to quality, cultural roots and empowering customers and entrepreneurs.
24 Mar
At just 27 years old, Gamze Ardic-Karacaoglan has turned her life around from a painful past to creating a thriving business empire. Emerging from a toxic relationship that left deep psychological scars, she began a journey of self-reconstruction at the age of 20. A pivotal moment occurred when an unknown individual reached out to her…
20 Mar
Special Adviser to Kwara State Governor on Legal Matters, Sambo Muritala, has expressed the need to empower women to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) towards achieving food security and poverty alleviation in Nigeria and globally.
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