Sherifah Yunus Olokodana is carving a unique niche in Nigeria. "One of the major push is to give women confidence that even from their homes, they can achieve a lot with their businesses.’’ But her…
I woke up one morning and my day…
I was sixteen when I got pregnant. It was right after Junior secondary school. The man who got me pregnant was a stranger I had known for just a couple of weeks. Menses then was…
Kamala Harris calls for investment to empower women
Vice President of the United States, Kamala Harris has called for intentional investment for the empowerment of African women. On day three of her nine-day tour of Africa, the American Veep charged Africa to ensure the economic…
26-Year-Old Rukayat Shittu Wins Senate Sit in Nigeria
Rukayat – a former Senate President of Congress of NOUN Students (CONS) – will represent the Owode/Onire constituency, Asa local government of Kwara State. In the result announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)…
Vice President Kamala Harris to visit Africa
Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Africa later this month, her office announced Monday, becoming the most senior Biden administration official to visit the continent. Her trip comes as the administration seeks to bolster…
Missing Kenyan mother, daughter found dead inside van…
Police in Tahko, Finland have launched investigations into the mysterious death of a Kenyan mother and her daughter. The bodies of Catherine Anyango and her daughter Michelle were found inside their van at the main…
Mauritius – Appoints First Female Chief Judge in…
Judge Bibi Rehana Mungly-Gulbul the current No 2 of the Judiciary, who will be the 12th chief judge, will make history by being the first woman to hold this position, 54 years after independence Under…
Nigeria – Northeast Nigeria 48 per cent of…
Northern Nigeria accounts for 78 per cent of girls who are married under the age of 18, according to new data by London-based child rights group, Save the Children International. In a new report titled…
Life Style – How to Choose the Perfect…
Throughout history, wedding rings have symbolised love, loyalty and faithfulness. This tradition springs from ancient times and is widely found in almost every culture. Wedding rings are often considered a sacred piece of jewelry that…