“Leadership is not about gender; it’s about the unique qualities and abilities individuals bring to the table.”
“Celebrating the Power of Rural Women: WEPBI’s Commitment to Empower, Educate, and Build Peace”
On the 15th of October every year, the world comes together to commemorate the International Day of Rural Women, a day that serves as a powerful reminder of the remarkable strength, resilience, and contributions of rural women. At WEPBI (Women Empowerment Education and Peace Building Initiative), we join in this…
Celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child: Empowering Futures
At WEPBI, we are thrilled to celebrate the International Day of the Girl Child, an annual event celebrated globally on October 11, the theme for this year’s celebration is INVEST IN GIRLS’ RIGHTS: OUR LEADERSHIP & WELL-BEING. This day is a powerful reminder of the tremendous potential, resilience, and strength…
A Nigerian Court has Given a Rare Verdict, Sentencing a Policeman to Death for Killing a Female Lawyer.
After nearly a year, Justice Ibironke Harrison of the Lagos High Court found police officer Drambi Vandi guilty of one count of murder of Bolanle Raheem, who was pregnant at the time when she was shot dead Christmas Day last year. Vandi, who is attached to the Ajiwe police division…
Pregnant Woman and 2 Children Tragically Perish as Police and Driver Wrestle for Steering Control in Lagos
Four passengers have reportedly died, including a pregnant woman and her two children, after a car drove into a tricycle in the Ago Palace Way of Okota in Lagos state. According to a social media user, Tobe Steve, a policeman and driver were contesting for the steering wheel while in…
Tragic Tale: 70-Year Old Man Accused of Abusing and killing Physically Challenged Girl in Enugu State.
Mr. Anthony Mgbenwa Okpara, a seventy year old man, has been accused of killing a 13-year-old deaf and dumb girl, Ms. Uche Onwuzuru, after sexually abusing her. It was gathered that incident happened in Aborjieze village, Umuagu-Inyi Autonomous Community in Oji River Local Government Area of Enugu State. A source…
Ministry of Gender Affairs Plans to Implement Mobile Courts to Tackle Gender Based Violence.
The Ministry of Women’s Affairs is embarking on measures to implement mobile courts aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the justice system in addressing gender-based concerns. Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, the Minister for Women Affairs, disclosed this development in Abuja. She unveiled plans for these specialized courts to be established in…
Chioma Nnadi of Nigerian Descent becomes First Black Woman to Lead British Vogue.
She has spent 13 years as a writer and news director for the magazine.
She began her career as a feature writer for the Evening Standard Magazine before moving to New York to write for Trace.
Police Respond Swiftly to Controversial Video, Vow Transparency in Investigation
In a video that circulated on social media last Friday, a woman was captured engaged in a heated confrontation with a group of armed police officers on a highway. She accused them of causing injuries to her sister, who, as shown in the video, had visibly bleeding lips. The woman,…
“Empowering Women: A Successful Meeting with Key Stakeholders in Nigeria’s WVL Project”
The meeting was a resounding success, marking a significant milestone in the remarkable progress achieved through the WVL project. Our heartfelt appreciation goes to Actionaid Nigeria for their unwavering support, and we extend our profound gratitude to Global Affairs Canada for their invaluable contribution to empowering women-led organizations to make a difference.