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‘No excuse’: A global call to end violence against women
On the 25th anniversary of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, world leaders and advocates…
FG plans free caesarean section to reverse high maternal mortality
The Federal Government has unveiled a nationwide free caesarean section initiative aimed at reducing Nigeria’s alarming maternal mortality…
The world must step up for girls, UN chief says
As the world marked the International Day of the Girl Child on Friday, a town hall held at UN Headquarters…
Youth minister advocates for improved decisions to empower girl-child
The Minister of State for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, has advocated for proper decision-making that will improve the girl-child’s…
Cardoso champions We-Fi code declaration for women entrepreneurs
By Tochukwu Bliss, Abuja Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, has urged stakeholders in…
Access Bank relaunches W Initiative in Zambia, Botswana
By Stanley Onyeka, Lagos Access Bank Plc, yesterday, said it has reinforced its dedication to advancing women’s empowerment…
Gender equality: Distant, yet achievable
While progress has been made worldwide on gender equality and women’s and girls’ empowerment, critical gender gaps remain…
AfDB women communications campaign wins NABJ’s Salute to Excellence Award
By Tochukwu Bliss, Abuja America’s largest organization of journalists and media-related professionals of colour has named the African…
Adequate healthcare crucial to support survivors of sexual violence
The United Nations on Wednesday commemorated the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, highlighting…
AfDB, UN Women collaborate to advance women’s economic empowerment
By Stanley Onyeka, Lagos Ahead of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group’s Annual Meetings, the institution teamed up…