gender equality

Historic Milestone: Church of England Appoints Its First Female Archbishop of Canterbury
Announcement sparks backlash from Anglican factions opposing female bishops. Published On 3 Oct 20253 Oct 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share...

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International News
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Announcement sparks backlash from Anglican factions opposing female bishops. Published On 3 Oct 20253 Oct 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Sarah Mullally has been appointed as the new archbishop of Canterbury, marking the first time a woman has ascended to the Church of England’s highest ecclesiastical position. At 63 years...

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UNICEF: Female Genital Mutilation Is a Critical Human Rights Violation Impacting Girls and Women
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has identified Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) as a critical human rights issue that demands immediate and sustained action to...

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Politics Today
7 days ago7 days ago

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has identified Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) as a critical human rights issue that demands immediate and sustained action to eradicate. At a recent two-day media forum, Celine Lafoucriere, UNICEF’s Head of the Lagos Field Office, emphasized the urgency of intensifying efforts to eliminate FGM in Nigeria by 2030. Hosted...

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African Leaders Forge Bold, Practical Paths Toward Gender-Inclusive Infrastructure
Experts in infrastructure, policymakers, scholars, and development specialists have underscored the critical importance of incorporating women’s perspectives in Africa’s infrastructure projects. They warn that neglecting...

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Politics Today
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

Experts in infrastructure, policymakers, scholars, and development specialists have underscored the critical importance of incorporating women’s perspectives in Africa’s infrastructure projects. They warn that neglecting this inclusion could hinder sustainable development and exacerbate existing inequalities. This urgent message emerged during a high-level forum titled “Advancing Gender-Inclusive Infrastructure Delivery in Africa: Policies, Execution & Partnerships,” organized...

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Empowering Change: Commission Trains 180 Women Entrepreneurs to Transform the Niger Delta
One hundred and eighty women entrepreneurs from various parts of the Niger Delta have embarked on a comprehensive business development training initiative. This programme is...

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Politics Today
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

One hundred and eighty women entrepreneurs from various parts of the Niger Delta have embarked on a comprehensive business development training initiative. This programme is a collaborative effort between the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and the Port Harcourt chapter of the Society of Women Accountants of Nigeria (SWAN). At the launch event held at...

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Woman Challenges “Body Count” Obsession, Calls on Men to Move Beyond the Debate
A social media influencer challenged the significance of inquiring about a woman’s sexual past, emphasizing that the number of previous partners neither alters her physical...

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News & Gossips
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

A social media influencer challenged the significance of inquiring about a woman’s sexual past, emphasizing that the number of previous partners neither alters her physical body nor determines her value. She highlighted that the vagina naturally restores its form over time, even after childbirth, and debunked the myth that virginity can be confirmed by bleeding....

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Empowering 10 Million Women to Foster Peace in Communities and Schools: A Groundbreaking NGO Initiative
In honor of the 2025 International Day of Peace, the Engage Empower Educate Initiative (EEEI), a prominent non-governmental organization, has introduced a comprehensive Peace Manual....

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Politics Today
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

In honor of the 2025 International Day of Peace, the Engage Empower Educate Initiative (EEEI), a prominent non-governmental organization, has introduced a comprehensive Peace Manual. This resource is crafted to empower communities, educational institutions, and leaders with actionable methods to foster harmony and peaceful coexistence throughout Nigeria and the broader African continent. The launch event,...

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Keystone Bank Transforms Lives: Empowering Women with Vocational Skills in Ondo
In a bid to enhance social welfare and foster community growth, Keystone Bank Limited has launched the first phase of its 2025 Employee Volunteering Scheme...

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Politics Today
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

In a bid to enhance social welfare and foster community growth, Keystone Bank Limited has launched the first phase of its 2025 Employee Volunteering Scheme (EVS) in Akure, Ondo State, partnering with the EGO Foundation. This initiative aims to empower women by providing them with hands-on vocational training designed to boost their independence and economic...

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Nguroje Champions Creation of Sardauna State and Advocates Special Seats for Women Empowerment
Honorable Babangida Nguroje, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has expressed strong support for the establishment of Sardauna State, the constitutional recognition of...

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Politics Today
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

Honorable Babangida Nguroje, former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has expressed strong support for the establishment of Sardauna State, the constitutional recognition of traditional institutions, and the introduction of dedicated seats for women within Nigeria’s legislative framework. During a presentation at the Constitution Review Committee’s stakeholder public forum held in Abuja, Nguroje emphasized...

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30 Years of Progress in Gender Equality: Celebrating Triumphs, Confronting Challenges, and Charting the Future
In the lead-up to the observance on Monday, 22 September, UN Women-the entity dedicated to promoting gender equality and empowering women-alongside the UN Department of...

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International News
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

In the lead-up to the observance on Monday, 22 September, UN Women-the entity dedicated to promoting gender equality and empowering women-alongside the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs (DESA), issued a stark warning: progress toward gender equality goals is severely lagging. Their latest publication, the 2025 Gender Snapshot, reveals that 10% of women currently...

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How Gen Z-Led Protests Propelled Nepal’s First Woman Leader to Power: An NPR Exclusive
Citizens light candles next to the phrase “Long live martyrs” as part of a solemn memorial on a national day of mourning for those who...

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International News
2 weeks ago2 weeks ago

Citizens light candles next to the phrase “Long live martyrs” as part of a solemn memorial on a national day of mourning for those who lost their lives in recent protest-related violence in Kathmandu, Nepal. Arun Sankar/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Arun Sankar/AFP via Getty Images In Kathmandu, Nepal, the Parliament building...

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