In a democratic landscape where women's representation remains a persistent struggle, the recent and tragic loss of four female elected officials in Lagos within two months of their inauguration is more than a sad coincidence; it is a profound blow…
As the world moves toward gender equality, Nigeria continues to grapple with systemic barriers to women's empowerment. Deep-rooted cultural traditions, patriarchal norms, limited access to education and economic opportunities, discriminatory laws, gender-based violence, societal expectations, political exclusion, and unequal domestic…
At sixteen, Mary (not real name) got her first smartphone after passing her Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination. Her uncle fulfilled his promise and bought a Techno LC 2 phone for her. Immediately, she created a Facebook account and started…
As hurtful as conflict situations are to any individual and to society, particularly expectant mothers, some burdens are well beyond the visible injuries. In regions racked by war and displacement, just managing to stay alive eclipses perhaps the most necessary…