What made headlines this week? From historic firsts in politics to stories of courage, recognition, and resistance, we’ve rounded up the top moments you might’ve missed. This week’s digest offers
Hello friend,Recently, some Nigerian trans activists and feminist allies have been responding to critiques of gender identity ideology by questioning why Nigerian feminists are concerned about an issue they claim affects a small group.
The Jigawa State Government has approved a directive allowing female security operatives to wear the hijab while on duty, following a resolution by the State Executive Council. The decision, announced
Hello friend,You know? A lot of us still carry a male-centered mindset. That voice that calls women bitter, loud, bigots. That one that never has slurs for men but always
Introduction According to the United Nations, every 10 minutes, a woman is killed, a sobering statistic that underscores the global crisis of gender-based violence. In 2023, Africa bore the highest
Naija Feminist Media (NFM) partnered with the Strong Enough Girls Empowerment Initiative (SEGEI) to host the successful Purple Ball 2025, a virtual celebration of women’s rights, equality, and empowerment. Held
Summary: A user on Facebook posted a video claiming that certain signs indicate female fertility. The signs mentioned in the video, such as having a regular period, clear discharge, a
Nigerian media personality and actress Omotunde Adebowale-David, widely known as Lolo 1, has opened up about a harrowing experience of sexual assault by a male colleague in the broadcasting industry.
Zambia has made history as the first and only African country to legally grant menstrual leave to female employees, offering them one day off each month without requiring a medical
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