Tag: #InternationalWomensDay
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ETHIOPIAN ENVOY HAILS WOMEN’S ROLE IN HUMAN RIGHTS, NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
The Ethiopian Ambassador to Nigeria, Amb. Legesse Haile, has praised the historic and ongoing role of women in advancing gender equality, human rights, and national development. Speaking during the celebration of the 130th anniversary of the Victory of Adwa alongside International Women’s Day in Abuja, the envoy highlighted how Ethiopian women played a crucial role…
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SAN URGES STRONGER POLICIES TO EMPOWER WOMEN IN LEGAL PROFESSION
Marking International Women’s Day, Senior Advocate of Nigeria Usman Sule has called for stronger support systems, deliberate policies, and institutional reforms to advance women in the legal profession and across society. In a goodwill message, Sule praised the resilience and excellence of women, especially female lawyers who continue to break barriers and contribute to justice,…
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AIR CHIEF SALUTES FEMALE PERSONNEL ON INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, has praised the dedication, courage, and professionalism of female officers and airwomen in the Nigerian Air Force as the world marks International Women’s Day 2026. In a message commemorating the day, Aneke highlighted the vital roles women play across flying, engineering, medical, administrative, and combat…
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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…
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WOMEN HAVE ONLY 64% OF MEN’S LEGAL RIGHTS GLOBALLY — UN REPORT
Despite decades of progress, women around the world still enjoy only about 64 percent of the legal rights available to men, according to a new United Nations report. The report, titled “Ensuring and Strengthening Access to Justice for All Women and Girls,” warns that gender equality under the law remains out of reach globally, with…
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IWD 2026: GLOHWOC URGES ACTION TO EMPOWER WOMEN, GIRLS
As the world celebrates International Women’s Day 2026, the Global Hope for Women and Children Foundation (GLOHWOC) is calling for stronger investment in women and girls under the theme “Give To Gain.” The organisation says meaningful progress in society happens when governments, communities, and institutions invest in education, protection, leadership opportunities, and economic empowerment for…
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IWD 2026: MAKANJUOLA URGES WOMEN TO LIFT EACH OTHER UP
As the world marks International Women’s Day 2026, veteran broadcaster Moji Makanjuola is calling on women everywhere to support and uplift one another for lasting progress. In a goodwill message to commemorate the global celebration on March 8, Makanjuola — Founder and Executive Director of the International Society of Media in Public Health — encouraged…
