Tag: #IWD2026
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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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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…
