On Women
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#16DaysofActivism: Should I tell you about myself?
“Tell me about yourself…” A simple question that required a beautiful answer. “Oh, I’m Fola. I am currently studying psychology at the University of Lagos. I am 21 years old and single. I’m a writer…
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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Reappointed as WTO Director-General for Second Term
The General Council of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has unanimously reappointed Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as Director-General for a second four-year term. Her new tenure will begin Sept. 1, 2025, continuing her groundbreaking leadership since…
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I saw the faces of femicide survivors while running. It helped me push through —Participant at #iRaceAgainstFemicide
On Nov. 30, 2024, converging at the National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos, Nigerians ran against Femicide in the country. This event, organised by the DOHS Cares Foundation, a women’s rights organisation, was held amid the…
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Beyond Performativism: Centering women and girls with disabilities in leadership positions
Today, December 3rd, 2024, marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. While the world celebrates with performative activism under the theme “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future,”…
