Angela Nwosu Battles Bell’s Palsy After Childbirth
Health

Angela Nwosu Battles Bell’s Palsy After Childbirth

Nigerian actress and social media influencer Angela Nwosu has revealed that she is battling postpartum Bell’s palsy. This condition has caused partial facial paralysis shortly after the birth of her second child. The condition, also known as Idiopathic facial paralysis, often appears suddenly and typically results in weakness or paralysis

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News

Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Hon. Fatima Talba Strategise on Gender Bill’s Approval

The Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has reaffirmed the Federal Ministry’s commitment to advancing women’s political representation during a meeting with Hon. Fatima Talba, Member of the House of Representatives for Nangere/Potiskum Constituency, Yobe State. The meeting, held on Monday, focused on the urgent need to increase the

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Health

Understanding PCOS: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder that affects millions of women during their reproductive years (ages 15 to 44). Characterised by hormone imbalances, cysts in the ovaries, and irregular menstrual cycles, PCOS can impact both a woman’s health and quality of life.  Despite its prevalence, many women

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Fact Check

Do breastfeeding, genetics, or abortion cause sagging breasts? 

Claim: On April 8, 2025, every day, Everyday with Irene, posted on Facebook that abortion, breastfeeding, and genetics caused fallen breasts. However, she highlighted that genetics is a factor because some women have not breastfed or had abortions, but have saggy breasts. The post currently has 56k likes, 2k comments,

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Tech

NFM Hosts Space on Safeguarding Girls from Digital Predators

In commemoration of the International Girls in ICT Day, Naija Feminists Media (NFM) hosted an important conversation on Friday, 25 April 2025, addressing the urgent need to safeguard girls from digital predators. The event, held on X (formerly Twitter) at 5 p.m. WAT, brought together experts across journalism, law, education,

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Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Photo source: NamPresidency on X
Education

Namibia President Pledges Free University Education for Citizens 

Namibia’s new president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has pledged to scrap tuition and registration fees at public universities starting in 2026. Announcing the major policy shift during her maiden State of the Nation address on April 24, 2025, Nandi-Ndaitwah said students at public universities, technical colleges, and vocational education centres would no

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Environment

Joy Mamkwe Converts Banana Trucks into Reusable Sanitary Pads

Passionate about research, Joy Mamkwe, a Michael Okpara University biochemist graduate, has innovated a new locally made reusable sanitary pad using banana trucks.  Joy revealed that her love for research and renewable energy led to the innovation of the locally made sanitary pad. Moreover, banana trucks were in abundance in

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News

NFM Weekly Digest: Top Stories of the Week

This week, Nigerian women continue to make powerful strides in sports, technology, advocacy, and media, while critical conversations around gender-based violence and digital safety remain front and centre. From international award nominations to tech empowerment initiatives and urgent calls for justice, here are the top headlines you should know. Super

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Angela Nwosu Battles Bell’s Palsy After Childbirth
Health

Angela Nwosu Battles Bell’s Palsy After Childbirth

Nigerian actress and social media influencer Angela Nwosu has revealed that she is battling postpartum Bell’s palsy. This condition has caused partial facial paralysis shortly after the birth of her second child. The condition, also known as Idiopathic facial paralysis, often appears suddenly and typically results in weakness or paralysis

Read More »
Photo source: hm_women affairs/Instagram
News

Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, Hon. Fatima Talba Strategise on Gender Bill’s Approval

The Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has reaffirmed the Federal Ministry’s commitment to advancing women’s political representation during a meeting with Hon. Fatima Talba, Member of the House of Representatives for Nangere/Potiskum Constituency, Yobe State. The meeting, held on Monday, focused on the urgent need to increase the

Read More »
Photo source: Kangaroo Care Fertility
Health

Understanding PCOS: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder that affects millions of women during their reproductive years (ages 15 to 44). Characterised by hormone imbalances, cysts in the ovaries, and irregular menstrual cycles, PCOS can impact both a woman’s health and quality of life.  Despite its prevalence, many women

Read More »
Photo source: Punch Newspaper
Fact Check

Do breastfeeding, genetics, or abortion cause sagging breasts? 

Claim: On April 8, 2025, every day, Everyday with Irene, posted on Facebook that abortion, breastfeeding, and genetics caused fallen breasts. However, she highlighted that genetics is a factor because some women have not breastfed or had abortions, but have saggy breasts. The post currently has 56k likes, 2k comments,

Read More »
Photo source: NFM
Tech

NFM Hosts Space on Safeguarding Girls from Digital Predators

In commemoration of the International Girls in ICT Day, Naija Feminists Media (NFM) hosted an important conversation on Friday, 25 April 2025, addressing the urgent need to safeguard girls from digital predators. The event, held on X (formerly Twitter) at 5 p.m. WAT, brought together experts across journalism, law, education,

Read More »
Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Photo source: NamPresidency on X
Education

Namibia President Pledges Free University Education for Citizens 

Namibia’s new president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has pledged to scrap tuition and registration fees at public universities starting in 2026. Announcing the major policy shift during her maiden State of the Nation address on April 24, 2025, Nandi-Ndaitwah said students at public universities, technical colleges, and vocational education centres would no

Read More »
Photo credit: Instagram
Environment

Joy Mamkwe Converts Banana Trucks into Reusable Sanitary Pads

Passionate about research, Joy Mamkwe, a Michael Okpara University biochemist graduate, has innovated a new locally made reusable sanitary pad using banana trucks.  Joy revealed that her love for research and renewable energy led to the innovation of the locally made sanitary pad. Moreover, banana trucks were in abundance in

Read More »