Gender

Coalition of Women Groups Decries  Violence Against Women During  Primaries

Womanifesto a coalition  of over 250 organizations across Nigeria, has  condemned the rising spate  of violence, intimidation, harassment and attacks against women participating in political processes in Nigeria. In a statement signed by the convener, Dr. Abiola Akiyode-AfolabiConvener,they cited the violent assault involving Senator Ireti Kingibe, a female aspirant, and officials of the African Democratic Congress… Continue reading Coalition of Women Groups Decries  Violence Against Women During  Primaries

CAMPAIGNS · Gender

Set 24 Center LSD Group 5 Students Take GBV Advocacy to Jikwoyi

The Esu Jikwoyi ,His Royal Highness Rev Bawa Jetta has commended Group 5 Students of Set 24 Center for Leadership Strategy Development for enlightening the women of Jikwoyi on the forms, effects and response to gender based violence. He made the commendation in his palace while receiving the group after a sensitization talk with Jikwoyi… Continue reading Set 24 Center LSD Group 5 Students Take GBV Advocacy to Jikwoyi

Gender

Stakeholders Unite Against Child Marriage,FGM

By Ada Nkong Traditional rulers, religious leaders and community elders across Nigeria have pledged to champion the elimination of harmful cultural practices, declaring that culture should protect human dignity rather than endanger lives. The commitment was made during a stakeholders’ engagement organised by the National Human Rights Commission in Abuja, where traditional institutions joined government… Continue reading Stakeholders Unite Against Child Marriage,FGM

Gender

NAWOJ Zone D Laments Killings in North Central, Urges Governors to Collaborate Against Insecurity

By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Zone D, has  strongly condemned the persistent attacks, killings, and rising insecurity across parts of North Central Nigeria, especially Plateau, Benue, and Kwara States. A Statement signed by Comrade Juliana Ose Ofoku, Zonal Secretary, NAWOJ Zone D says the position was reached at the end… Continue reading NAWOJ Zone D Laments Killings in North Central, Urges Governors to Collaborate Against Insecurity

Gender

NAWOJ, SALTi Advocate Women’s inclusion

By Ada Nkong Increased participation of women in politics and governance was highlighted as NAWOJ Zone D partnered With SALTi to Host a conversation as part of activities to mark the 2026 International women's day. Analyzing the percentage of women in  Nigeria’s leadership and decision-making spaces, stakeholders stressed the need to deliberately create an enabling… Continue reading NAWOJ, SALTi Advocate Women’s inclusion

Gender

IWD 2026: NAWOJ Advocates urgent passage of Special Seats Bill

By Ada Nkong As the world commemorates the International Women’s Day 2026, the Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Zone D (North Central) has joined millions of women and allies across the globe to celebrate the achievements, resilience, and contributions of women while renewing calls for stronger actions to advance gender equality. The Vice President,… Continue reading IWD 2026: NAWOJ Advocates urgent passage of Special Seats Bill

Gender

IMAAN Bags Trailblazer in Women Political Representation Award From NAWOJ

By Ada Nkong Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim has received a special recognition as 'Trail blaiser in women political representation from the National Association of Nigerian Women Journalists NAWOJ. A statement by Ahmed Lawan Danbazau, Director press and public relations says  the Vice President, Zone D, of the National Association of… Continue reading IMAAN Bags Trailblazer in Women Political Representation Award From NAWOJ

Gender · POLITICS

16 Days Activism: NAWOJ Advocates Increased Funding for GBV Prevention

By Ada Nkong The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) Zone D has urged state governments in the North Central as well as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to set up dedicated funding for Gender Based Violence (GBV) prevention and survivor services, especially shelters and psychosocial support. The call came Monday, as… Continue reading 16 Days Activism: NAWOJ Advocates Increased Funding for GBV Prevention

Gender

Minister of Women Affairs Calls for Decisive Action to End Violence Against Women and Girls

By Ada Nkong The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Welfare Imaani Ibrahim says Nigeria has made reasonable progress in the fight to end violence against women and girls. The Minister made the remark during a joint press briefing to flag off activities to mark the 2025 16 days activism to end violence against women… Continue reading Minister of Women Affairs Calls for Decisive Action to End Violence Against Women and Girls