Category: News & Current Affairs
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Greece Now Recognises Same-Sex Marriage, Becomes First Orthodox Christian Country to Do So
Greece has legalised same-sex marriage, making history as the first Christian Orthodox majority country to do so.
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UN Study Reveals Afghan Women Fear Worsening Rights Situation Under IEA Recognition
A United Nations study has indicated that 67% of Afghan women are worried that international recognition of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan (IEA) will make their rights situation worse.
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In January 2024, How Many Women Were Abused?
From January 1st to January 31st 2024, a staggering total of 240 cases of femicide surfaced in 26 countries worldwide. The United States took the lead with 101 reports, closely followed by India with 59.
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Around the World in 5
Around the World in 5 is an ongoing series that highlights news related to women in five countries, updated every week. This week’s post covers February 10 – February 17.
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Lupita Nyong’o Makes History as First Black Woman On Berlinale Jury
Lupita Nyong’o has broken new ground as the first black woman to preside over the jury at the Berlin International Film Festival.
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Armed Robbers Targeting Women and Girls in Zamfara State
As a new tactic, Armed robbers in Zamfara State, Northwest Nigeria, have begun targeting married women and girls in the houses of their families.
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Polygamy Ban Sparks Division Among Muslim Women in Uttarakhand, India
A ban on polygamy was officially enacted in the Indian state of Uttarakhand on Wednesday, despite strong resistance from some leaders among India’s 200 million Muslims.
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Abuja, Lagos: Nurses Rally Against New Guidelines for Verifying Certifications
The nurses believe that the new development was an effort to limit their autonomy in seeking out other employment possibilities was the source of their complaints.
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Bolaji Agbede Appointed Acting CEO of Access Holdings Following Death of Herbert Wigwe
Following a statement issued on February 11, 2024, the Access Holdings Plc Board of Directors made this pronouncement on February 12, 2024.
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Can Nigeria Be Empowered Through Open Conversations About Sexual Health?
By dispelling myths, addressing statistics, and putting into practice practical interventions, Nigeria can improve results for everyone’s sexual health and build a stronger, more empowered society.