The maternal mortality rate (MMR) is the annual number of female deaths per 100,000 live births from any cause related to or aggravated by pregnancy or its management (excluding accidental or incident … Read More»

My jubilant mind couldn't resist finding out more, when news broke out that a group of Nigerian school-girls presented a breakthrough urine-powered generator at an innovation fair- Maker Faire Africa, … Read More»

Yesterday I was limited Restricted by a patriarchal order Chauvinists spoke for me I was unheard My voice was incarcerated. Yesterday I was helpless Marginalized by stereotyped norms … Read More»

Upon the death of her husband, the predictable ‘Opo’ (wife inheritance) tradition practiced in some communities in Southwestern Nigeria took centre stage. … Read More»

As a girl and a daughter she is a descendant of a particular family lineage within which she grows up; and receives close tutelage. … Read More»

WHEN Julia Geist was asked to draw a picture of a computer scientist last year, the 16-year-old sketched a businessman wearing glasses and a tie. … Read More»

Nigeria has recorded very devastating environmental and human impacts of artisanal mining activities. … Read More»

What is the place of a woman in marriage? Does it mean giving up one’s rights to one’s spouse, in-laws and the society in general? … Read More»

Many who have access to adequate (accessible, decent and safe) sanitation, may not realize how auspicious they are until they listen to the dismal stories of the 1 in 3 women who lack access. … Read More»

Time to speak up for the 1 in 3 women without a toilet (A World Toilet Day Blog by WaterAid) … Read More»