Category: women
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BAUCHI WOMEN JOURNALISTS PUSH FOR HEALTH, EDUCATION RIGHTS
Empowering rural women to claim their rights. The Bauchi State chapter of NAWOJ, in partnership with UNICEF, has called for stronger protection of women’s rights to quality healthcare, education, and justice, marking the 2026 International Women’s Day in Durum Village, Bauchi LGA. Chairperson Hajiya Rashida Yusuf said the event aimed to raise awareness among rural…
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WOMEN URGED TO STRENGTHEN FAMILY BONDS, FOSTER SOCIETY
Muslim women called to be pillars of harmony at home and in the community. Hajia Muheebah Yusuf, Coordinator of the Muslim Ladies Circle at the University of Ilorin, has highlighted the crucial role of women in building strong families and a harmonious society. Speaking at the Ramadan Lecture Series organised by the Islamic Missionaries Association…
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UN DEPUTY CHIEF URGES URGENT ACTION TO END VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS
War, inequality, and militarisation continue to put women and girls at risk, UN warns. UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed has called on governments to move beyond mere condemnation and take strong, concrete action against violence targeting women and girls worldwide. Speaking at the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) in…
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GJF CALLS FOR ACTION TO BOOST WOMEN’S POLITICAL POWER IN NIGERIA
The Goodluck Jonathan Foundation urges moving beyond talk to tangible reforms that give women a stronger voice and seat at the decision-making table. The Goodluck Jonathan Foundation (GJF) has called for concrete steps to strengthen women’s participation in politics, leadership, and governance. The appeal came during a high-level policy dialogue in Abuja marking International Women’s…
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IKORODU LG CHAIRMAN’S WIFE URGES WOMEN TO PRIORITISE RESPONSIBLE PARENTING
As Muslims observe Ramadan and Christians mark Lent, women in Ikorodu gathered for prayers, fellowship and a call to raise responsible children who will shape Nigeria’s future. The wife of the Chairman of Ikorodu Local Government, Kadijat Ladega, has urged mothers to take parenting seriously and provide proper guidance to raise children who will positively…
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WOMEN LEADERS CALL FOR UNITY TO BREAK BARRIERS AT CSW70
Hulayat Omidiran, Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), joined global women leaders in New York to urge women worldwide to unite against barriers to equality. Speaking at the Global Women Partnership Without Borders forum during the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70), Omidiran stressed that gender imbalance weakens…
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GUTERRES URGES CIVIL SOCIETY TO SHAKE PATRIARCHY AT UN WOMEN’S MEETING
UN Secretary-General António Guterres praised civil society groups on Tuesday for “shaking the foundations of privilege” at a town hall during the 70th Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) in New York. Guterres highlighted growing backlash against women’s rights, fueled by disinformation, fear, and culture wars, warning that “the bitter wind thrives on pushing…
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ECOWAS COURT PLEDGES TO PROTECT WOMEN’S RIGHTS, END GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE
Abuja – The ECOWAS Court of Justice has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the rights of women and girls across West Africa, promising justice that is accessible, effective, and transformative. Speaking at the 2026 International Women’s Day celebration in Abuja, Court President Justice Ricardo Gonçalves said the institution aims to turn legal protections into real-life…
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MALDIVES EXTENDS CHILDCARE BREAKS FOR WORKING MOTHERS
The Maldives has boosted support for working mothers, extending childcare breaks until children turn two, up from the previous one-year limit. The parliament unanimously approved the amendment Monday, giving all 62 lawmakers present a vote in favor. Previously, mothers were entitled to two 30-minute breaks per day until their child’s first birthday; now the benefit…
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FEMALE JOURNALISTS URGED TO PRIORITISE SELF-CARE, LIFESTYLE MEDICINE ON IWD
As the world marks International Women’s Day 2026, experts have urged female journalists—especially those reporting on health—to prioritise self-care and lifestyle medicine to safeguard their physical and mental wellbeing. Speaking at a webinar by the Health Writers Association of Nigeria (HEWAN) themed “Resilient Reporting: Mental Wellbeing for the Modern Female Journalist”, veteran journalist Ifeyinwa Omowole…
