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Abductions target Alawite women in Syria

Warning: This report contains accounts of sexual violence that may be distressing to some readers. Reports of abductions and sexual violence against women from the Alawite minority have emerged in western Syria following the fall of former president Bashar al-Assad in December 2024. Several survivors and families have described kidnappings allegedly carried out by armed men claiming to be linked to security forces. Many of the reported cases occurred in and around Latakia province, a coastal region with a significant Alawite population. One teenager, identified here as Ramia to protect her identity, said she was abducted near her village in Latakia by three armed men who forced her into a vehicle. She alleges she was beaten and held for two days in a locked room. According to her account, her captors insulted her religious affiliation and threatened to sell her. […]

Abubakar February 18, 2026

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international

Queen Camilla Praises Gisèle Pelicot’s Courage

Gisèle Pelicot has described feeling “deeply moved” and “truly honoured” after receiving a personal letter from Queen Camilla, praising her strength in the aftermath of years of abuse. In her message, the Queen commended Ms Pelicot for the “courage, grace and dignity” with which she confronted the crimes committed against her. She wrote that she wished to express her “heartfelt admiration” for the way Ms Pelicot had faced such traumatic experiences. For nearly ten years, Ms Pelicot was repeatedly drugged and raped by her then-husband. During that period, he also arranged for other men he had met online to sexually assault her. In the letter, the Queen said Ms Pelicot had “inspired women across the globe” and created a legacy that would permanently shift perceptions of shame, placing responsibility where it belongs — on perpetrators rather than victims. During the […]

Abubakar February 14, 2026

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Entertainment

Goodluck Jane marks IWD 2026 with Color for Change

Mixed media artist Goodluck Jane will mark International Women’s Day on March 8, 2026 by hosting women through her Color for Change public art and gender equity project. The initiative will use large scale textile murals, dialogue and community participation to spotlight women’s experiences and challenge gender based inequality.​ Goodluck Jane is known for her layered visual style that blends cut fabric, paper collage, drawing and painting. Her works explore identity, heritage, womanhood and the human form, turning texture and colour into powerful stories and tools for social change.​ She first launched the Color for Change campaign on March 8, 2024 as a bold public art movement. Using Ankara fabric fragments stitched into portraits of women leaders, she created murals in urban spaces that confronted silence and celebrated resilience.​ The project was designed as a participatory movement rather than a […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA February 12, 2026

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international

South Korean official expelled over ‘import women’ comment

A South Korean official has been expelled from the ruling Democratic Party after suggesting that the country “import young women” from Vietnam or Sri Lanka to address declining birth rates. Kim Hee-soo, head of Jindo County in South Jeolla Province, made the remark during a televised town hall meeting, saying these women could be married to young men in rural areas. South Korea faces one of the world’s lowest birth rates, with projections suggesting its 50 million population could halve within 60 years. The comment sparked widespread public outrage and a diplomatic protest from Vietnam. Attempts by Kim to apologise the following day were not enough to quell criticism. Local media reported that Kim said his remark aimed to highlight population issues in rural regions but acknowledged that his language was “inappropriate.” South Jeolla Province also issued a formal apology, […]

Abubakar February 9, 2026

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international

UNICEF urges collective action to end female genital mutilation

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has renewed its call for urgent collective action to eliminate Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Nigeria, describing the practice as a grave violation of the rights, health, and dignity of women and girls. Speaking at a two-day media dialogue organised by the Oyo State Ministry of Information and Orientation in collaboration with UNICEF in Benin, Edo State, the Chief of UNICEF Lagos Field Office, Celine Lafoucriere, revealed that more than 20 million Nigerian women and girls have undergone FGM, most before their sixth birthday. “At that young age, they are completely powerless — unable to resist or even understand what is happening to them,” Lafoucriere said. She stressed that no culture or tradition should endanger the future of girls, urging the media to amplify survivors’ voices, challenge harmful norms, and inspire families to choose […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 24, 2025

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Nigeria

Nigerian women demand reserved seats in parliament

Hundreds of women marched through Abuja on Monday to demand the passage of a bill that would reserve seats for women in Nigeria’s parliament. The proposed legislation, known as the Special Seats Bill, seeks to create one women-only seat in the Senate and House of Representatives for each of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. If passed, the measure would require a constitutional amendment. Nigeria currently has one of the lowest levels of female representation in Africa, with only four women in the 109-seat Senate and 16 women in the 360-member House of Representatives, according to the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC). Many African countries, including Rwanda and Senegal, have successfully used quota systems to boost women’s participation in politics. “We want the legislature to work for women,” said activist Dorothy Njemanze, one of the organisers, who […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 22, 2025

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Nigeria

Oyo Govt, UNICEF Push for Stronger Prosecution of FGM Cases

The Oyo State Government, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has called for stronger prosecution of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) cases across Edo, Ekiti, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo States. The demand was made at a 3-day Multi-sectoral Engagement meeting in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, which brought together law enforcement officers, judicial actors, NGOs, agencies, and religious leaders. The forum focused on improving justice responses and promoting survivor-centered approaches in tackling FGM. Speaking on behalf of Oyo’s Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, Permanent Secretary Rotimi Babalola described the engagement as “timely,” stressing that despite existing laws such as the Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Act (VAPP) and the Child Rights Law, the harmful practice persists. Babalola identified weak enforcement, low reporting, poor survivor protection, and fragmented inter-agency collaboration as major setbacks. He commended UNICEF for initiating the workshop, noting its […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA September 12, 2025

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new africa

Gambia Baby Dies After Illegal Female Genital Mutilation

Banjul, The Gambia – A one-month-old girl has died from injuries linked to female genital mutilation (FGM) in The Gambia, sparking outrage and renewed calls for stronger enforcement of the country’s decade-old ban on the practice. The infant, who suffered severe vaginal wounds, was rushed to Bundung Maternal and Child Health Hospital in Banjul earlier this month, but doctors could not save her. Authorities later confirmed that she had bled to death from injuries caused by FGM. The case has shaken the community of Wellingara, about 17 kilometres from the capital, where the baby’s family lives. Police arrested at least three women, including the woman who performed the procedure and the baby’s mother. “She is the unlucky one,” said a grieving neighbour, who attended the child’s naming ceremony a week after her birth. The neighbour, who asked not to be […]

Ahmad August 30, 2025

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Locations

Gender Rights Group Condemns Zamfara Attacks, Demands Protection for Women, Children

“Not Just Statistics—Mothers, Sisters, Daughters” The Gender Educator Initiative (GEI) has strongly condemned the latest wave of attacks in Kaura Namoda LGA, Zamfara, where armed bandits:✔ Killed 5 people✔ Abducted dozens (mostly women & children)✔ Left communities in trauma Shafa’atu Suleiman (GEI Founder): "Every abducted woman is a mother, sister, or caregiver—not a number. Their voices must not be silenced by violence." ⚠️ Beyond the Violence: Long-Term Consequences The attacks threaten:✅ Psychological well-being – PTSD, anxiety, depression✅ Reproductive health – Lack of medical access for survivors✅ Economic stability – Displacement worsens poverty 📢 GEI’s Urgent Demands Action NeededWhy It MattersDeploy more security forcesPrevent further attacks & abductionsRescue & rehabilitate survivorsMedical, legal, and trauma supportFund women’s empowerment programsBreak cycles of vulnerability 💬 Civil Society & Media Must Keep Pressure GEI calls for:📰 Sustained media coverage to prevent neglect🤝 Stronger collaboration between govt & NGOs🎤 Amplified voices of survivors to drive policy change "The safety of women and children should […]

Ahmad August 5, 2025

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Lifestyle

Invisible No More: Nigerian Women with Disabilities Speak Out on Sexuality, Stigma, and Survival

Sexuality and Disability in Nigeria: A Fight for Visibility and Rights Imagine being told your desires don’t matter—or worse, that your body isn’t worthy of love, safety, or autonomy. For women with disabilities in Nigeria, this is not imagination. It’s daily life. A groundbreaking study with 24 women in Lagos reveals systemic neglect, societal stigma, and resilience in the face of erasure. Here’s what they want the world to know. Key Findings: The Barriers They Face Societal Stigma: Dismissed as “asexual,” their sexual needs are ignored. Healthcare Gaps: Clinics lack ramps, contraceptives are inaccessible, and myths about birth control abound. Violence & Vulnerability: 40% of participants reported sexual assault, often compounded by mobility challenges. Economic Exclusion: Poverty limits access to care, with one woman pleading for “a walking aid to reach the hospital.” ‘We Are Not Asexual’: Voices from the […]

Ahmad May 19, 2025

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