Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, the first female deputy governor of Kaduna State, has made significant strides in advancing women’s roles and improving the socio-economic conditions of her state since assuming office in…
Justice Kudirat Kekere-Edun has been appointed as the new Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). The announcement, which was made earlier today, marks a significant moment in the nation’s judicial history, as she…
Several mechanisms are on ground to ensure the voices and concern of women from diverse background are represented in policy making processes. As the Chairman House Committee on ‘Women, Children, and Social Development’,…
Against all odds, Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe has made a significant impact in her first year in office, establishing herself as an exceptional female politician representing the people of the FCT and…
The #EndBadGovernance protests sweeping across Nigeria have sparked a myriad of responses, revealing deep-seated frustrations and a call for transformative change. On the prominent WOMANIFESTO platform, the discourse has been intense, reflective,…
The Ghanaian Parliament has passed the Affirmative Action (Gender Equality) Bill, 2024.The President gave his assent to the Bill, solidifying it as the Affirmative Action (Gender Equality) Act, 2024. The Bill aims…
Onyeka Onwenu, a prominent Nigerian singer, actress, media personality, and politician has died. She passed away at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after collapsing at the 80th birthday celebration of Dr. Stella Chinyelu…
Hon. Mrs. Chinyere Nwogbaga, representing the Ebonyi North East Constituency in the Ebonyi State House of Assembly, has consistently demonstrated a commitment to legislative excellence and community development. Her tenure is marked…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has tendered apologies to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Senator representing Kogi central, over some derogatory remarks he made towards her. Recall that WOMANIFESTO, a coalition of over 300…
In a landmark victory for gender equality, five women have won crucial executive roles in the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) National Elections held on July 20, 2024. The newly elected officials include…