The Role of Women in Preserving Cultural Heritage Cultural heritage is the tapestry of a people’s identity, woven with the threads of tradition, language, values, and historical experiences, and it is the heartbeat of a community, pulsating with the essence of its past, present, and future. While history often gives men the spotlight in…
The Double Standards Women Face in Society. From time immemorial, women have been subjected to different standards than men, carrying the weight of expectations society has placed on them. Whether in Nigeria, Africa, or Europe, the tale remains the same, women are judged more harshly, held to stricter rules, and denied the privileges freely granted…
The Divine Elegance of Womanhood During this blessed month of Ramadan, as I sit in quiet reflection, I marvel at the wonders of God. The world around us is filled with beauty, balance, and perfection, each creation crafted with a purpose, each detail designed with care. He created everything in pairs, day and night, land…
Ma’ami @ 90: A Heartfelt Tribute to My Dearest Mother, Princess Christianah Monisola O. Ajulo With profound reverence, I celebrate the illustrious 90th birthday of my beloved mother, Chief (Princess) Christianah Monisola O. Ajulo (née Adedeji). She is not merely a matriarch; she is the very fabric of my being, the divine architect of my…
Aníkẹ́ Agbaje-Williams: The Woman Who Gave African Television a Face “Behind every great industry, there is a woman whose presence shaped its foundation.” Long before the modern-day media moguls, before the dazzling news anchors we see today, there was a woman who first graced our screens with elegance, poise, and an undeniable presence. She was…
IWD: Journalists Network demands justice over violation of women’s rights As the world marks International Women’s Day 2025, the Network of Reproductive Health Journalists, Nigeria (NRHJN) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to championing women’s rights, especially reproductive rights, which are essential to achieving gender equality and social justice. In a statement signed by its Ondo…
Celebrating Nigerian Women in the Arts Nigeria’s artistic landscape is a vast, ever-evolving tapestry, woven with the creativity and resilience of its women. From the rhythmic beats of music to the evocative strokes of a painter’s brush, from the compelling words of novelists to the gripping storytelling of filmmakers, Nigerian women have been at the…
Ramadan: More Than Just Hunger and Thirst Ramadan is approaching, and as the crescent moon prepares to take its place in the night sky, millions of Muslims around the world are also preparing their hearts and minds for the sacred month. From the bustling streets of Lagos to the quiet alleys of Medina, from the…
Women and Tradition: When Culture Hinders Progress Culture is meant to shape societies, provide order, and preserve identity. However, when customs begin to stifle growth, especially for women, they must be questioned. Across the world, from Nigeria to China and the Middle East, traditions have played a role in keeping women in the background, sometimes…
On this day, the 11th of February, 1990, exactly 35 years ago, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela walked out of Victor Verster Prison, a free man after 27 long and grueling years. His release marked the dawn of a new era for South Africa, a nation battered by the storm of apartheid but now clinging to the…
