As part of activities marking International Youth Day, Naija Feminists Media trained staff of The Girls Pride Initiatives for Sustainable Development (TGPI) in a Train-the-Trainer Capacity Building Workshop tagged “Click Safe: Empowering Youth for a Digitally Secure Future.” The workshop, held on August 25, 2025, in a virtual engagement was
The Federal Government has approved Tazkiyah University, the first female-only university in Nigeria, founded by Professor Ibrahim Maqari in Abuja. The university was among nine new private institutions granted approval by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Located in Zaria, the university is designed exclusively for women and may also operate
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued an urgent public alert regarding the circulation of falsified batches of POSTINOR 2 (Levonorgestrel 0.75mg), a crucial emergency contraceptive pill. In a public health alert released on their official X handle on August 26, 2025, the National
Dr. Philips Uche Ekpe, an obstetrician & gynaecologist based in Abuja, has debunked recent claims about high rates of paternity fraud in Nigeria during an appearance on the Arise TV Newsnight show. A Nigerian DNA testing center, Smart DNA, released its 2025 Annual DNA Testing Report, highlighting a surge in
The social media personality, who brands his online platform as the “University of Wisdom and Understanding,” has gained attention for his unconventional advice to men on relationships and finances. The platform is convened by the content creator known as Geh Geh. At the same time, he uses the platform to
As the only person with albinism in her family, Omobolaji Bowale-Kalejaiye has turned her uniqueness into strength. She runs a thriving fabric business, makes handmade crafts and essential products, and uses her skills to inspire and support others. Now, as one of the trailblasing contestants in Nigeria’s first-ever Albinism Beauty
On August 22, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (WAT), Naija Feminists Media convened an engaging X Space discussion titled “The Importance of the Reserved Seats Bill, Institutionalising It, and the Way Forward.” The panel featured Kosisochukwu Charity Ani, feminist and Founder of MyselfDefense NG, and Chikas Kumle, politician and head of
In fulfilment of its commitment to promoting women’s economic empowerment, the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, in collaboration with Kudimata Nig Ltd, is set to train 100,000 Women across Nigeria in financial literacy. Lack of financial education is a pressing challenge for Nigerian women, despite owning 40% of MSMEs. This
The United Nations has taken a firm stance against surrogacy, declaring it a form of violence, exploitation, and human rights abuse against women and girls. In a groundbreaking report, UN Special Rapporteur on violence against women and girls, Reem Alsalem, called for the global abolition of surrogacy, describing the practice
Popular Nigerian actress Jemima Osunde urged women to pursue their own careers and financial independence on August 22, 2025. She addressed the belief that women should be supported financially without the need to work, stating that women can equally earn their own money. “Wetin do your own ass? You don’t
In the 2025 global gender gap index (GGGI), Japan ranks 118th out of 148 countries – still the lowest among the G7 nations and among the poorest performers globally. This is largely because of limited political participation by women. The current cabinet of prime minister Ishiba Shigeru says it all.
Nigeria’s Omolola Onome Didih has won gold at the ongoing Commonwealth Weightlifting Championships in Ahmedabad, India. She lifted a total of 197kg (90kg snatch + 107kg clean and jerk) to emerge champion in the women’s senior 53kg category. With the victory, Omolola not only secured the gold medal but also
Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, has congratulated Air Peace on securing approval to begin direct flights between Lagos and São Paulo, Brazil. In a post on X, she wrote: “Direct flights from Lagos to São Paulo are now a reality, a milestone for trade, tourism, and
As part of activities marking International Youth Day, Naija Feminists Media trained staff of The Girls Pride Initiatives for Sustainable Development (TGPI) in a Train-the-Trainer Capacity Building Workshop tagged “Click Safe: Empowering Youth for a Digitally Secure Future.” The workshop, held on August 25, 2025, in a virtual engagement was
The Federal Government has approved Tazkiyah University, the first female-only university in Nigeria, founded by Professor Ibrahim Maqari in Abuja. The university was among nine new private institutions granted approval by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Located in Zaria, the university is designed exclusively for women and may also operate
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued an urgent public alert regarding the circulation of falsified batches of POSTINOR 2 (Levonorgestrel 0.75mg), a crucial emergency contraceptive pill. In a public health alert released on their official X handle on August 26, 2025, the National
Dr. Philips Uche Ekpe, an obstetrician & gynaecologist based in Abuja, has debunked recent claims about high rates of paternity fraud in Nigeria during an appearance on the Arise TV Newsnight show. A Nigerian DNA testing center, Smart DNA, released its 2025 Annual DNA Testing Report, highlighting a surge in
The social media personality, who brands his online platform as the “University of Wisdom and Understanding,” has gained attention for his unconventional advice to men on relationships and finances. The platform is convened by the content creator known as Geh Geh. At the same time, he uses the platform to
As the only person with albinism in her family, Omobolaji Bowale-Kalejaiye has turned her uniqueness into strength. She runs a thriving fabric business, makes handmade crafts and essential products, and uses her skills to inspire and support others. Now, as one of the trailblasing contestants in Nigeria’s first-ever Albinism Beauty
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