Gender
Plan International advocates gender-inclusive national budget
By Jacinta Nwachukwu A non-governmental organisation, Plan International Nigeria, has called for a national budget that reflects the needs of women and girls to…
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Science & Tech
IWD: APWEN urges female engineers to share expertise, empower others
By Grace Alegba The Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN) has emphasised the importance of creating a supportive ecosystem in Science, Technology,…
Health
Adamawa, UNICEF call for boost in women, adolescent health funding
By Talatu Maiwada The Adamawa State Government, in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has called for improved funding for women and…
Economy/Business
Bank chief advocates mentorship, opportunities to accelerate women’s economic progress
By Grace Alegba Zenith Bank Plc has urged women to seize opportunities and take on leadership roles to accelerate economic and social progress. The…
Health
IWD: NGOs urge govt. to prioritise reintegration of insurgency victims
By Justina Auta Two Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) have urged the government to support and prioritise the reintegration of victims of insurgency into society…
General News
IWD: NGO demands protection for women, girls
By Angela Atabo/Justina Auta SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria has called for urgent reforms to strengthen protection systems for women and girls affected by conflict,…
Health
IWD: NSSF urges stronger health protection for women
By Fabian Ekeruche The Nigerian Solidarity Support Fund (NSSF) has urged intensified efforts to protect women’s health, through equitable access to healthcare services and…
Entertainment
IWD: Actors Guild wants opportunities for women in Nollywood
By Joshua Olomu Abubakar Yakubu, National President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria(AGN), has called for empowerment opportunities and initiatives that support women in…
General News
IWD: Expert advocates stronger governance support for women-led enterprises
By Rukayat Moisemhe The Founder of Centre for Enterprise Governance (CEG), Dr Adeyinka Hassan, has called for stronger governance structures, institutional support and improved…
Sports
Sports fosters unity, inclusion — Arabinrin at 2026 IWD
Ijeoma Okigbo Aderonke Arabinrin, Founder of Fame Foundation, a non-governmental organisation, reiterates that sports promotes unity, inclusion, and can be a powerful tool for…