May 5, 2025
We Were Afraid to Break the Barriers Holding Women Back: How Three Women Defied Tradition to Build a Thriving Business
Nigeria
March 13, 2025
Women charged to take centre stage in Nigerian politics
As Nigeria continues its quest for socio-economic development, women have been encouraged to vie for political positions at all levels of government, from local councils to the National Assembly.
The Plight of Women in Nigerian Politics
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March 2, 2025
The Plight of Women in Nigerian Politics
In the ever-evolving political landscape of Nigeria, the struggle for gender equality remains a daunting challenge, particularly in the sphere of elective politics.
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In the ever-evolving political landscape of Nigeria, the struggle for gender equality remains a daunting challenge, particularly in the sphere of elective politics.
January 8, 2025
Activists call for credible elections, women participation in politics
In recognition of the gender gap in political representation, the Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) Nigeria has expressed support for the passage of a bill before the National Assembly to reserve special seats in national and state legislatures for women.
Women and Gender in Conflict and Post-Conflict Politics in Nigeria
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January 8, 2025
Women and Gender in Conflict and Post-Conflict Politics in Nigeria
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Chikas Kumle, Nigerian politician
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December 16, 2024
Chikas Kumle, Nigerian politician
Executive Director of the Women Development Monitoring Initiative
Executive Director of the Women Development Monitoring Initiative
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Executive Director of the Women Development Monitoring Initiative
November 21, 2024
Nigeria ranks lowest among Sub-Saharan African countries in women’s representation in parliament
As more African nations seek to encourage gender parity in government positions, some African countries are struggling to fully integrate women into the political sphere.
‘Nigeria Among Lowest Globally In Women’s Political Representation‘
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November 18, 2024
‘Nigeria Among Lowest Globally In Women’s Political Representation‘
Stakeholders have raised concerns about the critical state of women’s political participation in Nigeria.
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Stakeholders have raised concerns about the critical state of women’s political participation in Nigeria.
October 16, 2024
Nigerian MP demands enforcement of 30% female representation in ECOWAS parliament
A member of the Economic Community of West African States’ (ECOWAS) Parliament has called for the full implementation of the 30% women representation at the re