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Senate Committee Dismisses Sexual Harassment Petition Against Akpabio Amid Allegations of Bias and Procedural Irregularities
By Emmanuel Olonade The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Petitions has sparked controversy by dismissing a sexual harassment petition against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, citing an ongoing court case. The petition, filed by constituents of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan (Kogi Central), accused Akpabio of harassment, leading to a contentious hearing.
Namibia Again with Women as President, Vice President and National Assembly Speaker
By Toun Okewale Sonaiya Namibia has made history by having both a female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and a female vice president, Lucia Witbooi. This achievement marks a significant milestone in African politics as Namibia’s President Nandi-Ndaitwah on Saturday appointed Lucia Witbooi as her deputy making Witbooi the second woman to
Nigeria’s Honourable Minister of Women Affairs Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim fsi in a message to Nigerian Women home and abroad
Photo credit : Women Radio New York Dear Delegates,Great Nigerian Women!! Great!!! For weeks, we have toiled, planned, and dreamed, with purpose and passion, our spirits beamed. Bound by duty, with strong voices, we stood for Nigeria, our beloved country; where all belong. Through halls of discourse, side events bright.
Kirsty Coventry makes history as first female and African president of the International Olympic Committee
By Emmanuel Olonade In a groundbreaking moment for the world of sports, Kirsty Coventry has been elected as the 10th president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), making her the first woman and the first African to hold this prestigious position Coventry, a Zimbabwean national and accomplished Olympic swimmer, secured
Nigeria’s Gender Equality Crisis: New Report Highlights Urgent Need for Reform Amid Ongoing Challenges
PRESS RELEASE Today, as the global community advances toward gender equality, Nigeria continues to grapple with systemic issues hindering women’s empowerment. Recent events, including the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan following her sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Godswill Akpabio, underscore the entrenched challenges women face in Nigerian politics and
NETUMBO: A Victory for Women Everywhere
Toun Okewale Sonaiya Friday 21 March 2025 marks a historic milestone as Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah becomes Namibia’s first female president. This presidency signifies a shift towards more inclusive governance, where women are recognized as leaders who can shape national and continental policies. The election of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is a collective win