The Age of Anxiety_ A History of America’s Turbulent Affair with Tranquilizers (Andrea Tone – )
US-Based Teenage Fencer Peluola Akinbamiro to Represent Nigeria
American-based teenage fencer Peluola Akinbamiro has pledged her allegiance to Nigeria on the international stage, making her the second fencer to switch to the country after Folayemi Akinyosoye chose Nigeria over Great Britain in 2024. The 13-year-old, who trains at the Fort Bend Fencing Academy in Houston, expressed that her
NFM to Host X Space to address Female Genital Mutilation
In commemoration of the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), observed on February 6, Naija Feminist Media (NFM) will host an X Space discussion on February 14 at 5pm. This event aims to spotlight the dangers of FGM and advocate for its eradication. Nigeria accounts for
Roundcheck Opens Applications For 4th Cohort of Volunteer Network
Since March 2022, the Roundcheck Volunteer Network has emerged as a significant force in fighting against false information in Africa. The network was born out of the urgent need to combat the growing spread of misinformation across digital platforms, particularly in a region where youths comprise most internet users. In
Kehinde Bankole Shines in Utopia Theatre’s Production of Death and the King’s Horseman
Nigerian actress Kehinde Bankole has delivered a stunning and electrifying performance in Wole Soyinka’s iconic play, Death and the King’s Horseman, at the Utopia Theatre, UK. Staged at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, this production has captivated audiences with its powerful storytelling, deep cultural themes, and outstanding performances. The performance
Beyond Awareness and Campaigns: Women’s Access to Cancer Treatment
Every February 4th, the streets are flooded with people clad in vibrant shades of pink, light blue, orange, dark blue, and white. The air is energised with determination, solidarity, and resilience as the procession marches with a giant banner that reads, “United Against Cancer.” Participants give passers-by informative brochures and
Senator Idiat Adebule Recounts Key Legislative Reforms in First 20 Months in Office
Senator Idiat Oluranti Adebule, representing Lagos West Senatorial District, has championed several legislative initiatives to strengthen Nigeria’s legal framework in education, justice, and gender equality. In a recent post on X (formerly Twitter), she outlined her efforts over the past 20 months as a first-term lawmaker. In the past year
Lagos DSVA Engages Odi-Olowo LCDA in Fight Against GBV
As part of its ongoing grassroots awareness campaign, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) sensitised residents of Odi-Olowo LCDA during their general Community Development Committee (CDC) meeting on February 4, 2025. Speaking at the event, DSVA’s Executive Secretary, Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi, emphasised the importance of community involvement in
Retired Police Officer Owolabi Akinlolu Remanded for Raping 17-Year-Old
A retired police officer, Owolabi Akinlolu, 56, has been remanded in Kirikiri Correctional Facility after being arraigned for reportedly raping a 17-year-old girl at the Ogudu Area Command premises. This happened after Owolabi, a Deputy Superintendent of Police at the Ogudu Police Station in Lagos, raped the survivor after promising
Hadiza Yar’adua Empowers 150 Kangiwa Ward Residents with Food, Business Tools
In an initiative aimed at supporting small businesses and reducing poverty in the region, Hon. Hadiza Yar’adua, Katsina State’s Commissioner for Women Affairs, has empowered 150 individuals from Kangiwa Ward with essential food items and livelihood tools, reinforcing her commitment to economic resilience and community development. The initiative, which took
