Nigeria’s political landscape was thrown into mourning on Sunday following the passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari, one of the country’s most influential and enduring post-independence figures. He was 81. Buhari died…
The Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has expressed profound sorrow and heartfelt condolences to the family of former President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away on Sunday in London. In a statement…
The Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has raised alarm over the poor representation of women in Nigeria’s legislative houses, revealing that women currently occupy only 4.5% of seats in the National…
Despite persistent efforts by governmental and non-governmental organizations and a national policy advocating for 35% affirmative action, women’s participation in Nigerian politics remains significantly low. This is according to a paper presented…
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, has provided further clarity on her earlier statement regarding her intention to resume legislative duties today, Tuesday, July8 2025). The Senator emphasized that her…
Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has indicated her intention to resume legislative duties today, a development that is being carefully considered by the Senate leadership following a recent court judgment that nullified her six-month…
Stakeholders from the medical, legal, and policymaking fields have renewed calls for urgent, practical interventions to tackle the alarming rate of unsafe abortions and gender-based violence (GBV) in Nigeria, spotlighting Ogun State’s…
The Women’s Rights Advancement and Protection Alternative (WRAPA) is calling on Nigeria’s lawmakers to make a bold leap toward gender equity in governance by creating 249 additional legislative seats exclusively for women…
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reignited his presidential ambition with a promise to prioritize women and youth in governance while vowing a fierce crackdown on corruption if elected president in 2027.…
Ahead of the 2027 polls, the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has stressed the importance of integrating women in governance, cautioning that political neglect may shape voting outcomes. Speaking at the…