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Katsina inaugurates committee to drive Nigeria for women project

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Katsina State has launched a high-level, multi-sectoral committee to spearhead a major women’s economic empowerment project, signaling a strategic commitment to inclusive development. The initiative aims to directly improve women’s livelihoods and expand economic opportunities by leveraging coordinated action across key government ministries and agencies. Its success is explicitly tied to the committee’s diligence and the effective collaboration of all stakeholders, framing it as a critical test of institutional commitment. This move positions women as central drivers of sustainable growth within the state’s broader

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Lagos Domestic, Sexual Violence Agency records major impact in 2025

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In 2025, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency achieved significant impact through a multi-faceted strategy combining proactive policy, widespread community engagement, and strengthened justice. Key successes included launching pioneering policies against workplace and technology-facilitated violence, executing prevention campaigns across all 57 local areas, and securing critical convictions to reinforce accountability. This was powered by a coalition of government, civil society, and community leaders, demonstrating that systemic change requires both top-down policy and grassroots mobilization. The agency’s

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NGO distributes sanitary pads to 4,072 schoolgirls in four states

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A US-based NGO’s “Give A Girl A Pad” campaign directly combats menstrual poverty by distributing sanitary pads to over 4,000 schoolgirls across four Nigerian states, aiming to boost confidence and reduce school absenteeism. The initiative highlights a critical, often overlooked barrier to education, where a lack of basic menstrual products forces girls to miss school. While impactful, the program’s reach is currently limited by resources, underscoring a need for broader institutional and public support to scale the effort. This

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UK-funded programme, NJI advance women, peace, security in Nigeria’s justice sector

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A UK-funded initiative is partnering with Nigeria’s National Judicial Institute to systematically integrate Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) principles into the nation’s justice system. This strategic move leverages Nigeria’s new National Action Plan to embed gender equality and protection norms directly into judicial training, policies, and processes. The core objective is to transform the judiciary into a proactive force for women’s access to justice, leadership, and protection from violence, moving beyond policy to practical implementation. This collaboration marks a critical shift from

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Sokoto Govt, strengthens GBV response teams, community resilience

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Sokoto State, in partnership with UNFPA and EU funding, is intensifying its fight against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) by strengthening multi-sectoral response teams and community resilience. Key strategies include mobilizing grassroots volunteer networks to break the culture of silence and enhancing shelters and psychosocial support for survivors. A critical insight identifies community interference—such as concealing crimes or tampering with evidence—as a major barrier to prosecuting perpetrators, undermining justice. The initiative uniquely links GBV prevention to

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WIEN hails Eyesan’s NUPRC appointment as gender milestone

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President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as the first female Chief Executive of Nigeria’s upstream petroleum regulator (NUPRC) is a transformative milestone for gender inclusion and sector governance. This decision signals a commitment to merit-based, diverse leadership and positions a seasoned technocrat with over 30 years of strategic NNPC experience to modernize the regulatory framework. Her proven track record in resolving major disputes and driving financial discipline is expected to foster a new era of transparency,

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Badagry LG chairman reaffirms commitment to women’s welfare, protection

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The Badagry Local Government is strategically investing in women as foundational drivers of community development, reaffirming this through a dedicated symposium and concrete financial support. A key initiative is the exclusive disbursement of ₦100,000 each to 200 local women via the Asiwaju Conditional Cash Transfer Programme, directly boosting entrepreneurship and livelihoods. Leadership emphasizes that empowering women strengthens families and accelerates broader societal progress, while also charging women to actively mentor and engage in politics. To deepen this impact, the initiative is being

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Norway joins Women Affairs Ministry to lead GBV protection in emergencies

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Norway has assumed joint leadership with Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Women Affairs to spearhead the international “Call to Action” initiative against Gender-Based Violence in emergencies, succeeding Germany in this rotating role. This strategic partnership underscores a sustained, high-level commitment to embedding GBV prevention and response at the core of humanitarian action. The initiative has proven effective in strengthening multi-stakeholder coordination, accountability, and community-driven solutions since its 2018 launch. The transition signals continued momentum, with all key partners reaff

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Ex-minister Ciroma urges writers to address issues affecting women

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A former Nigerian minister has issued a powerful call to action for the nation’s authors, urging them to use literature as a strategic tool for social change. She positions writers as essential historians and advocates who must challenge patriarchal norms and directly address the systemic underrepresentation of women in governance. A core, actionable demand is for authors to specifically amplify women’s issues to foster a more equitable society, while also pushing for political support for the Reserved Seats Bill to meet long-ignored affirmative action targets. Ultimately,

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