Women have always been underrepresented in Nigerian politics, often with little to no institutional support. In the Senate, there are only four women, yet even among them, there are no solid policies to protect their rights. Recently, Nigerian lawmakers suspended…
For over a century, International Women’s Day (IWD) has been a global call to action for gender equality, women’s rights, and social justice. Celebrated annually on March 8, it is a day to reflect on the progress made, recognise the…
The Senate has suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan for six months, alleging “violations of the Red Chamber’s rules.” Her suspension follows a dispute with Senate President Godswill Akpabio, whom she accused of sexual harassment. Senate President Godswill Akpabio, the man she…
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has been honoured with the Forbes Woman Africa Lifetime Achievement Award. She shared the news in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on March 6, 2025, expressing gratitude for the…