In 2024, Nigeria faces yet another blow to the advancement of human rights as the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act comes under threat of repeal. The VAPP Act,...
Working on women’s issues is already a challenge because it seeks to address or directly tackle issues of patriarchy. For example, there are gender stereotypes and issues of power...
The sit-at-home orders in the southeastern region of Nigeria began in August 2021, initiated by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) as a weekly exercise. This movement was reportedly...
The recent case of domestic violence against Mrs. Amarachi Lawrence Uzor, who was brutally abused by her husband on the 31st of August, 2024, has sent shockwaves through the...
The introduction of the “Counter Subversion Bill, 2024,” by Hon. Abass Tajudeen has raised deep concerns among civil society organizations (CSOs) in Nigeria, particularly among organizations committed to promoting...
Recently, I had the pleasure of attending an extraordinary exhibition organized by VSI at the MAD House in UNILAG. Themed “Tò bà sé wo/If It Were You,” this event...
Imagine a world where access to sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) services, products, and information is not just a luxury for some, but a fundamental right for all....
“…An integrated, prosperous and peaceful Africa, driven by its own citizens, representing a dynamic force in the international arena’’ is the great Africa of our future, is the great...
In a world that continually champions the principles of equality and empowerment, it is disheartening to witness the shrinking civic space that threatens the voices and participation of girls...
In an ideal world, the path to women’s economic empowerment should be free from obstacles and discrimination. However, this vision remains far from reality in many parts of the...
Introduction In the ever-evolving landscape of the business world, the role of leadership is paramount. The success of any organization, whether a small startup or a multinational corporation, hinges...
AFRICA…….. A continent of remarkable diversity and potential, with over 3,000 ethnic groups speaking more than 2,100 languages. Africans practice a variety of religions which include but are not...