NAWOJ, NOA Forge Strategic Alliance to Deepen Civic Education and Inclusive Democracy
By Joy Omagha Idam At a time when Nigeria’s democratic journey demands deeper citizen engagement and trust, the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has taken a bold step toward strengthening civic consciousness through a proposed strategic partnership with the National Orientation Agency (NOA). This formed the crux of a high-level courtesy visit by NAWOJ…
Omga007NAWOJ Hails Bilkisu Maimota’s Historic Appointment as Kano Head of Service
By Cynthia Talatu Batuta The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) has congratulated Hajia Bilkisu Maimota on her historic appointment as the Head of Service in Kano State, describing it as a major milestone for gender inclusion in governance. In a press release issued on Friday, NAWOJ noted that the appointment reflects Hajia Maimota’s competence,…
Shaibu Visits Edo Deputy Governor, Idahosa, Over Mother’s Demise
The Director General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), H.E. Comrade Philip Shaibu, on Wednesday paid a condolence visit to the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, at his residence, following the passing of his mother, Mrs. Esther Imaguomwanruo Idahosa (née Enabulele), who died peacefully at the age of…
Musa Kida Cries Out for Peace
By Joy Omagha Idam The Chairman of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Engr. Ahmadu Musa Kida, has delivered a deeply emotional message following series of devastating attacks across Borno State, describing the situation as heartbreaking and calling for an urgent end to the violence. In a statement marked by grief and deep concern,…
Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan : Writing Women into History—and Power—Through Digital Inclusion, pledges a N1m monthly for WikiGap Initiative
By Joy Omagha Idam In the evolving landscape of digital knowledge, where visibility often determines influence, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is making a case for a quiet but powerful revolution—one that begins with writing women back into history. At the WikiGap Nigeria Symposium 2026 in Abuja, her voice cut through the room with clarity and conviction, framing…
ERC Director Advocates for Increased Programmes to Empower Women
By Joy Omagha Idam As part of activities marking the celebration of International Women’s Day and ongoing conversations on women’s inclusion, the Director of the Education Resource Centre, Dr. Neemat Daud Abdulrahim, has joined other notable voices in advocating for the expansion of programmes that promote women’s empowerment and inclusion. Speaking as a panelist at…
Writing Women Back Into History : Inside the WikiGap Movement Driving Change in Nigeria
By Joy Omagha Idam, Abuja On a quiet morning in Abuja, the residence of the Swedish Ambassador became more than a diplomatic space—it transformed into a hub of ideas, urgency, and shared purpose. Gathered under one roof were journalists, policymakers, media leaders, and advocates, all united by a singular mission: to close the gender gap…
Rewriting the Narrative : Inside NAWOJ’s Push to Close Nigeria’s Wikipedia Gender Gap
By Joy Omagha Idam, Abuja In a world increasingly shaped by digital knowledge, who gets documented—and who is left out—has become a pressing question. In Abuja, that conversation took centre stage as journalists, advocates, and development partners gathered to confront a quiet but consequential imbalance: the gender gap on Wikipedia. At the heart of this…