Nigerian Women Demand Justice : Call for Public Hearing on National Assembly Imbroglio
By Sharon Akuboh A Coalition of over 350 women’s rights advocates, practitioners, and activists, under the umbrella of WOMANIFESTO, has expressed deep concern over the recent developments in the National Assembly. The group is demanding a public hearing into the allegations of sexual harassment against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, levied by Senator Natasha Akpoti. The…
Omga007Edo: Asue Ighodalo, PDP leaders Fret Over Failure To Prove Petition
By Fred Itua The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja will, today, Monday, allow parties to adopt their final briefs of argument in the petition the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, filed to challenge Governor Monday Okpebholo’s resounding victory at the poll. The petition is specifically challenging the…
Zenith Labour Party Urges President Tinubu to Save Nigeria’s Democracy
By Sharon Akuboh The Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene and save Nigeria’s democracy, which is allegedly being threatened by the president’s political surrogates. Chief Dan Nwanyanwu, National Chairman of ZLP, made this plea during an emergency meeting convened to address the rising political tensions in Rivers, Osun,…
Southern Women Empowerment Forum Celebrates First Anniversary, Honours Outstanding Contributors
By Sharon Akuboh The Southern Women Empowerment Forum (SWEF) marked its first anniversary with a national conference held on February 28, 2025, at the Wells Carlton Hotel and Apartments in Abuja. The conference, themed “Empowering Voices, Inspiring Change – Celebrating a Year of Impact,” brought together women and key stakeholders from across Nigeria and beyond…
Women Unite for Equality : NAWOJ, She Forum Africa and Allies Rally for Gender Equity During Women’s Month
The call for unity and stronger advocacy for gender equality echoed through the heart of Abuja as the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) FCT Chapter, joined SHE FORUM Africa, and several key partners on Sunday March 1st to mark the start of International Women’s Month. At a vibrant reception hosted by She Forum Africa…
Birthday Felicitation for a proactive Coordinator, Office of the First Lady of Edo State, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo Anani
Her Excellency, your exemplary leadership has created the opportunity to be celebrated on a daily basis, this is because your passion is contagious and your energy is infectious; as we celebrate your special day, today 2nd March, 2025, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt appreciation for the incredible leader you are,…
NAWOJ FCT Celebrates the Commencement of Ramadan with Muslim Community
By Cynthia Batuta The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), FCT Chapter, extends heartfelt felicitations to Muslim brothers and sisters as they begin the sacred month of Ramadan. Comrade Bassey Ita Ikpang, Chairperson of NAWOJ FCT, joins Muslims across the nation in celebrating this blessed month, quoting the Quranic verse: “O you who believe, fasting…
Niger : NAWOJ Calls for Reflection, Unity, and Compassion as Ramadan Begins
From Rashidat Suleiman, Minna As the holy month of Ramadan begins, the National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) extends warm greetings and best wishes to all Muslims across Nigeria and beyond. This sacred period offers an opportunity for deep reflection, spiritual renewal, and unwavering devotion to Almighty Allah. The statement signed on Saturday by Asabe…