Aisha Madina Maishanu, a senior broadcast journalist at BBC Hausa, has won the Future Awards Africa Prize for Journalism, 2025. This ceremony took place on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos State. The Future Awards Africa is an annual prestigious ceremony that recognises young African
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), has issued a public warning to disregard a false statement circulating on social media relating to Donald Trump. This comes after the President of the United States, Donald Trump, declared Nigeria a country of particular concern. He also threatened military
Nigerian activist Aisha Yesufu has condemned the dangerous culture that treats women’s bodies as possessions, calling for urgent action to end male sexual violence and impunity against women. In a statement released on Nov. 9, 2025, titled “No More Silence: Women Own Their Bodies,” Aisha cited the assault of Mexico’s
Nigerians have expressed outrage following revelations made by Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, who revealed that her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, married her when she was 17 years old and subjected her to abuse and control. In a statement shared on her Instagram page on Nov 9, 2025, Regina said the
Flora Nwapa’s 1996 novel, Efuru, is a monument to the foundational African literature of feminism. Decades after its publication, the novel remains relevant, challenging the singular definition of womanhood tied exclusively to marriage and motherhood. Thematically, the novel centred on women’s autonomy, motherhood, patriarchy, and women’s economic independence. It explores
This week, we spotlight stories of women making history, driving leadership, and championing justice across Africa and beyond. From political milestones in the U.S. and Namibia to community impact in Kogi, Nigeria, and conversations around justice and gender-based violence, here are the top headlines you need to know. Mary Sheffield
Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has stated that she suffered a series of abuses she will experience when she returns to Ned Nwoko, from being injected to being raped. On November 7, in a post shared on her Instagram page, she disclosed how she has no choice but to do whatever
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum had on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, filed a legal complaint against the man who groped and attempted to kiss her during a public appearance. She expressed that the press charge was to send a loud and clear message that the harassment was an assault on all
Naija Feminists Media (NFM) has partnered with the Innocent Chukwuemeka Chukwuma Empowerment Foundation (ICCEF) to advance gender equality, youth empowerment and social inclusion across Nigeria. ICCEF is a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering young people and communities through education, leadership, and enterprise initiatives. Naija Feminists Media, on the other hand,
When we talk about apology, the first thing that comes to our mind is penitence, someone feeling sorry for their actions. However, for many men, an apology is just a quick getaway from accountability. They said sorry, so they expect it all to go away. The recent case with the
The DOHS Cares Foundation has called for justice following the rape and murder of 22-year-old Ugochi Anosike in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. According to reports, the main suspect, known only by the alias ‘Black Maria’, was a neighbour of the victim. Ugochi had reportedly complained about being harassed by him
Claim On November 7, 2025, Tomiwa tweeted on X (formerly Twitter), “Beating no be skincare again ni.” She shared a screenshot falsely attributed to Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, claiming she wrote on Instagram: “Domestic violence na for poor man, beating na skincare this side.” The alleged post quickly went viral, sparking
Aisha Madina Maishanu, a senior broadcast journalist at BBC Hausa, has won the Future Awards Africa Prize for Journalism, 2025. This ceremony took place on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the Landmark Event Centre in Lagos State. The Future Awards Africa is an annual prestigious ceremony that recognises young African
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), has issued a public warning to disregard a false statement circulating on social media relating to Donald Trump. This comes after the President of the United States, Donald Trump, declared Nigeria a country of particular concern. He also threatened military
Nigerian activist Aisha Yesufu has condemned the dangerous culture that treats women’s bodies as possessions, calling for urgent action to end male sexual violence and impunity against women. In a statement released on Nov. 9, 2025, titled “No More Silence: Women Own Their Bodies,” Aisha cited the assault of Mexico’s
Nigerians have expressed outrage following revelations made by Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, who revealed that her husband, Senator Ned Nwoko, married her when she was 17 years old and subjected her to abuse and control. In a statement shared on her Instagram page on Nov 9, 2025, Regina said the
Flora Nwapa’s 1996 novel, Efuru, is a monument to the foundational African literature of feminism. Decades after its publication, the novel remains relevant, challenging the singular definition of womanhood tied exclusively to marriage and motherhood. Thematically, the novel centred on women’s autonomy, motherhood, patriarchy, and women’s economic independence. It explores
This week, we spotlight stories of women making history, driving leadership, and championing justice across Africa and beyond. From political milestones in the U.S. and Namibia to community impact in Kogi, Nigeria, and conversations around justice and gender-based violence, here are the top headlines you need to know. Mary Sheffield
Nigerian actress Regina Daniels has stated that she suffered a series of abuses she will experience when she returns to Ned Nwoko, from being injected to being raped. On November 7, in a post shared on her Instagram page, she disclosed how she has no choice but to do whatever
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