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International Women’s Day

March 23, 2026

JCI seeks stronger protection for women, girls

The call was made by the chapter’s president, Joel Uwabor, on Sunday during the organisation’s general assembly, held alongside activities marking International Women’s Day.

Junior Chamber International Abuja
March 14, 2026

IWD: Group partners Kaduna govt to raise women awareness on security

Ms Ibrahim said that the action plan provides a framework for women’s participation, protection and access to justice whenever their rights are violated.

Women from Rigasa and Nariya
March 9, 2026

IWD: Fubara reaffirms commitment to women empowerment

He noted that his administration had taken steps to promote gender inclusion. 

Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara [Facebook/ Chi Geru]
March 9, 2026

IWD: Group distributes sanitary pads to 1,348 Imo students

She urged the students to take the lessons from the lecture seriously.

Distributed sanitary pads to 1,348 students in Imo
March 9, 2026

Lawyer seeks support, policies for women in legal profession

A lawyer, Usman Sule, has called for stronger support, deliberate policies, and systemic changes to advance women in the legal profession and across all sectors of society.

Female lawyers
March 9, 2026

Ethiopian ambassador extols women’s historical role in advancing human rights

The Ethiopian embassy in Nigeria has extolled women’s historical role in advancing the government’s efforts to promote gender equality and fundamental human rights.

Legesse Haile,
March 8, 2026

IWD 2026: Orile-Agege LCDA restates commitment to girl-child empowerment

Mrs Idowu idescribed girl-child education and leadership as being vital to future of the community.

Wife of Orile-Agege Local Council Development Area (LCDA) in Lagos State, Fatimot Idowu
March 8, 2026

IWD: Nigerian Legion empowers widows, vulnerable women

Ms Henry again congratulated Nigerian women and women around the world on the celebration of International Women’s Day.

International Women’s Day
March 8, 2026

IWD: Unlike APC, PDP, others, we reserve 40% positions for women, ADC says

Mr Abdullahi said the ADC recognised women as partners in nation-building.

African Democratic Party (ADC)
March 8, 2026

IWD: IPC urges investment in women for stronger democracy, inclusive leadership

IPC stressed the importance of supporting women through affirmative action, expanding opportunities for women in leadership and decision-making.

International Women’s Day