Category: women
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WOMEN BREAK INTO NIGERIA’S HEAVY MANUFACTURING SECTOR
As the world marks International Women’s Day 2026, stakeholders are spotlighting an often-overlooked frontier—Nigeria’s heavy manufacturing sector, where women are still pushing to break long-standing barriers. While women make up a significant share of the manufacturing workforce, their roles are largely concentrated in light industries like food processing, textiles, and packaging, with sectors such as…
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KWARA POLICE BOSS CELEBRATES WOMEN OFFICERS ON IWD 2026
The Commissioner of Police in Kwara State, CP Adekimi Ojo, has praised the dedication, courage, and professionalism of women officers as the world celebrates International Women’s Day 2026. In a goodwill message, the police chief congratulated female officers in the state command, as well as women and girls across society, noting that the day highlights…
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INVEST IN WOMEN FOR STRONGER DEMOCRACY – IPC
As the world marks *International Women’s Day 2026, the International Press Centre (IPC) is urging governments, political parties, and media institutions to *invest more in women to strengthen democracy, press freedom, and inclusive leadership. IPC Programme Officer Melody Akinjiyan said empowering women through affirmative action, leadership opportunities, and safer media spaces for female journalists would…
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ABUJA WOMEN TURN PRIVATE CARS INTO ‘KABU-KABU’ TAXIS TO SURVIVE
As economic pressure tightens, many women in Nigeria’s capital are turning their private cars into informal taxis—popularly called “kabu-kabu”—to earn extra income and support their families. Across major junctions and bus stops in Abuja, more women—some driving luxury vehicles—now pick up passengers heading to different parts of the city. Many say the move is a…
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ENUGU WOMEN PUSH FOR POLITICAL INCLUSION AND EQUALITY
Women groups in Enugu State are calling for greater inclusion and equal opportunities in politics, stressing that achieving gender balance is key to stronger governance. Marking International Women’s Day 2026, the groups highlighted that women remain underrepresented, with only *2 out of 24 members in the state assembly being women, far below the UN-recommended 35%…
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IWD: OBASANJO URGES REAL ACTION FOR WOMEN’S JUSTICE
Prof. *Iyabo Obasanjo, Ogun APC governorship aspirant, is calling for *greater justice and tangible progress for women and girls, stressing that laws alone aren’t enough. Marking *International Women’s Day 2026, she said this year’s theme, *“Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls,”** challenges society to turn promises into results. “Justice is when a woman…
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DIGITAL LENDERS BRIDGE CREDIT GAP FOR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS
Licensed digital lenders in Nigeria are helping women-owned businesses access fast, flexible, and collateral-free financing, closing a critical gap for female entrepreneurs, according to Gbemi Adelekan, President of the Money Lenders Association. Speaking ahead of International Women’s Day 2026, Adelekan highlighted that many women entrepreneurs, especially in micro and informal enterprises, struggle to secure traditional…
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FIRST FEMALE SURGEON BREAKS BARRIER IN HYDROCELE SURGERY IN NIGERIA
Dr Linda Nwodo has become the first woman in Nigeria trained by Sightsavers to perform hydrocele surgery, marking a major milestone in specialised healthcare and highlighting the push for gender equality in the health sector. Sightsavers Nigeria Country Director, Prof. Joy Shu’aibu, said Nwodo’s achievement demonstrates why investing in women and girls is essential. She…
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WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS NEED STRONGER SUPPORT TO SCALE — EXPERT
As Nigeria marks International Women’s Day 2026, governance expert Dr Adeyinka Hassan, founder of the Centre for Enterprise Governance (CEG), has called for stronger institutional support, improved access to finance, and better governance structures to help women-led businesses grow sustainably. Speaking in Lagos, Hassan highlighted that women play a vital role in Nigeria’s MSME sector,…
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WAPA URGES ACTION TO PROTECT, EMPOWER WOMEN, GIRLS
As the world marks International Women’s Day 2026, the Lagos State Government is calling for stronger and deliberate actions to safeguard the rights of women and girls. Lagos State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Bolaji Dada, said the 2026 theme, “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls,” highlights the urgent need to…
