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Switzerland Announces Face-Covering Ban Amid Global Debate on Women’s Rights
In a significant legislative decision, the Swiss government, led by Viola Amherd, announced on Nov. 6, 2024, that a nationwide ban on face coverings, including burqas, will take effect starting Jan. 1, 2025. This law,…
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Senator Ireti Kingibe Advocates for Breaking Stereotypes at West Africa Summit
On Nov. 6, 2024, Senator Ireti Kingibe joined a panel of distinguished leaders and changemakers at the 2024 Anglophone West Africa Social Norms & Agency Learning Collaborative Summit, held at the Abuja Continental Hotel. The…
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“Soma drugged me, hit me and smashed my phone”— Ex-girlfriend, Hilda
Hilda Dirisu, ex-girlfriend of Big Brother Naija star Soma Anyama, has taken to social media to call him out for stalking and physical abuse. On Nov. 6, Hilda responded to Angel Agnes Smith fans who…
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Nigeria Announces Free Caesarean Sections For All Women
In a major health policy shift, Nigeria’s Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, announced that Caesarean sections will now be free to all Nigerian women in need. This announcement was made…
