In every 10 African marriages, there are 7 Ujus who society and religion have confined to an abusive marriage. Aiwanose Odafen’s debut novel, “Tomorrow I Become A Woman,” is a bold critique of religion and societal manipulation of women’s rights. It’s a call for gender equality and justice for victims
Each week, Naija Feminists Media brings you key headlines shaping our world. This week’s digest spotlights an athlete’s bold decision, a landmark digital opportunity for NFM, and inspiring moments from women challenging the norm. Here are the top stories you might have missed: Nigerian sprint star Favour Ofili has officially
The Feminist Forum of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) kicked off June 27 to June 28, 2025, at Hotel Giralda Center in Seville, Spain. The Forum, a civil society-led gathering, will convene feminist movements, gender justice advocates, and grassroots organisations from around the world to challenge
Prominent activist Aisha Yesufu has reacted to reports that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, allocated over 31,000 plots of land equivalent to 2,082 hectares and valued at more than $3.6 billion to his son, Joaquin Wike. The allocations cover prime areas in Abuja, like Maitama,
Nollywood actress Kate Amaka Henshaw has openly criticised media personality Ifedayo Agoro, popularly known as Diary of a Naija Girl, over her decision to opt for surrogacy despite having no fertility challenges. Ifedayo Agoro recently sparked debate after revealing on Instagram that she plans to have children through surrogacy, despite
The 4th NalaFem Summit is set to take place in Freetown, Sierra Leone, from July 1–2, 2025. It will focus on advancing the shift from symbolic representation to transformative political power for African women. Under the theme “From Representation to Power: Women Leading in Crisis & Peace,” the Summit will
Renowned Nigerian economist and global leader, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has been awarded the prestigious Cressey Award for Lifetime Achievement in Fighting Fraud and Corruption by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) in Nashville, Tennessee. The award was presented during the ACFE’s Annual Global Fraud Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, where
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems recently bought a hand-crocheted portrait made in her honour by a young fan, Odum Ifeoluwa. The fan, a crocheter, had gone viral after posting the crochet artwork and a screenshot of the payment Tems made. Tems responded to Odum’s tribute, asking if she could buy it.
Princess Opeyemi Bright, the Mayor of Barking and Dagenham and the youngest serving mayor in the United Kingdom, has pledged continued support for Nigerians living in the UK. She also reaffirmed her commitment to fostering stronger ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. Mayor Opeyemi made the remarks on June
Popular Nigerian singer and global music icon, Tiwa Savage, has responded to an Instagram user who attempted to downplay her appearance in a recent photo post. The award-winning artist had shared a series of photos on her official Instagram page when a follower with the username @nutefobayo commented, “Pictures dey
Popular Nigerian actress Kate Henshaw has criticised a TikTok video by a content creator known as Pellar, describing the clip as insensitive and offensive to persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). In the video, which surfaced recently on social media, Pellar is seen mimicking the behaviour of persons with
In every 10 African marriages, there are 7 Ujus who society and religion have confined to an abusive marriage. Aiwanose Odafen’s debut novel, “Tomorrow I Become A Woman,” is a bold critique of religion and societal manipulation of women’s rights. It’s a call for gender equality and justice for victims
Each week, Naija Feminists Media brings you key headlines shaping our world. This week’s digest spotlights an athlete’s bold decision, a landmark digital opportunity for NFM, and inspiring moments from women challenging the norm. Here are the top stories you might have missed: Nigerian sprint star Favour Ofili has officially
The Feminist Forum of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4) kicked off June 27 to June 28, 2025, at Hotel Giralda Center in Seville, Spain. The Forum, a civil society-led gathering, will convene feminist movements, gender justice advocates, and grassroots organisations from around the world to challenge
Prominent activist Aisha Yesufu has reacted to reports that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, allocated over 31,000 plots of land equivalent to 2,082 hectares and valued at more than $3.6 billion to his son, Joaquin Wike. The allocations cover prime areas in Abuja, like Maitama,
Nollywood actress Kate Amaka Henshaw has openly criticised media personality Ifedayo Agoro, popularly known as Diary of a Naija Girl, over her decision to opt for surrogacy despite having no fertility challenges. Ifedayo Agoro recently sparked debate after revealing on Instagram that she plans to have children through surrogacy, despite
The 4th NalaFem Summit is set to take place in Freetown, Sierra Leone, from July 1–2, 2025. It will focus on advancing the shift from symbolic representation to transformative political power for African women. Under the theme “From Representation to Power: Women Leading in Crisis & Peace,” the Summit will
Renowned Nigerian economist and global leader, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has been awarded the prestigious Cressey Award for Lifetime Achievement in Fighting Fraud and Corruption by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) in Nashville, Tennessee. The award was presented during the ACFE’s Annual Global Fraud Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, where
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Tems recently bought a hand-crocheted portrait made in her honour by a young fan, Odum Ifeoluwa. The fan, a crocheter, had gone viral after posting the crochet artwork and a screenshot of the payment Tems made. Tems responded to Odum’s tribute, asking if she could buy it.
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