WEPBI NEWSLETTER MAY 2025 EDITION
Pregnant Woman Rescued from Domestic Violence in Mushin, Perpetrator Apprehended
In a recent development, the Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) successfully intervened in a distressing case of domestic violence in the Mushin area of the state. Executive Secretary Mrs. Titilola Vivour-Adeniyi revealed that the agency received a distress call from a mandated reporter regarding the alleged assault…
Empowering Young Girls for a Brighter Future: Our Successful Capacity Building Program in Enugu
In a commendable commemoration of the International Day of the Girl Child, the Women Empowerment Education and Peace Building Initiative recently hosted a highly successful one-day Capacity Building Program for young girls at the prestigious City Girls Secondary School in Enugu. The program, held on October 27, 2023, was a…
Uzoma Asagwara’s Win: A Bold Step Towards Inclusive Governance
In a historic triumph, Uzoma Asagwara, a Nigerian-born psychiatric nurse and dedicated community activist, has been elected as a legislator to the Manitoba Legislative Assembly in Canada. Asagwara’s remarkable win in Manitoba’s Union Station riding not only makes her the first Black, queer woman in the legislature but also one…
Shattering Gender-Based Leadership Myths
“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…
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…
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.
Women Empowerment Education and Peace Building Initiative (WEPBI) Joins Women-led and Women–focused CSOs and BMOs.
We are thrilled to be part of this transformative network, and we look forward to collaborating with like-minded organizations to create a society without marginalization. Together, let’s empower and include everyone, promoting fairness and prosperity for all. Join us on this journey to make a positive impact in our communities and the society at large.
SEVEN WOMEN AND 21 OTHERS MAKE TINUBU’S MINISTERIAL LIST
The Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila delivered the letter which had 28 nominees to the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio. Twenty-five percent of the nominees are women while seventy-five percent are men. Among the seven women are :
Michele Bullock Becomes The First woman to Lead Australia’s Central Bank.
Australia’s central bank says it will be led by a woman for the first time since it was founded in 1960. Michele Bullock will succeed Philip Lowe, who is coming to the end of a seven-year term as governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA). Her appointment comes as…
Nigeria wins U-21 Women’s Volleyball Championship
Nigeria defeated Ghana to lift the women’s trophy at the ongoing 2023 African U-21 Nations Volleyball Championship Zone 3 in Niamey, Niger Republic on Sunday. Team Nigeria went through the entire tournament without dropping a single set to be crowned champions while beating Ghana twice in the mix. Nigeria defeated…