Beyond STEM: Women Conquering Banking and Politics. In last week’s edition of this column, we spotlighted women in STEM, celebrating their resilience in navigating fields traditionally dominated by men. A thought-provoking comment from a reader opened a new chapter in my reflections. “What about the banking sector?” they asked. Indeed, women have been scripting success…
Commemorating the Life of Princess Khadijah Abike Adebisi Edionseri: Cash Madam Today, we mourn the passing of an extraordinary woman, Princess Khadijah Abike Adebisi Edionseri, affectionately known as Cash Madam. Her death this morning has left a deep sorrow in the hearts of all who knew her and those whose lives she touched. As we…
WHEN LIFE THROWS STONES AT YOU Life has a peculiar way of testing us. It is like a master potter, moulding us into shape through the furnace of trials. Often, its challenges come unannounced, like a storm that darkens the brightest skies. Yet, as the Yoruba say, “The strength of the ocean is no match…
Breaking Barriers. By Falilat Oreoluwa Dikko For centuries, the narrative of certain professions has been like an impenetrable fortress, where women were seen as strangers at the gate. But as the saying goes, “What a man can do, a woman can do—and sometimes even better.” Today, women are not just knocking on those doors; they…
Alhaji Lai Gidado pens lovely words for wife, Alhaja Faoziat Gidado @ 60 A veteran media consultant, Alhaji Lai Gidado, has described his wife as a rare and priceless gift from God, whose unwavering love and extraordinary gestures have elevated her far beyond the title of a wife. He extolled her as the epitome of…
The life and legacy of Princess Olajumoke Eunice Asabi Ajanaku: A trailblazer in family, faith, and community On 10th June 1941, beneath the bustling skies of Lagos, a royal legacy was reborn at the storied Island Maternity Hospital. Princess Olajumoke Eunice Asabi Ajanaku arrived with a noble cry, the precious child of Prince George Oginni…
Kebbi First Lady Attends EveryHomeAGarden Grand Finale Competition, Commends Women’s Role In Food Security. The First Lady of Kebbi State, Hajiya Zainab Nasare Nasir Idris, has commended the innovative contributions of Nigerian women in food security during the grand finale of the EveryHomeAGarden Competition hosted by the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria,…
Kebbi CP SEEKS FOR CONTINUOUS COLLABORATION WITH NATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION TO END VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS IN KEBBI STATE The Commissioner of Police, Kebbi State Command, CP Bello M. Sani and his Management Team had received the Kebbi State Coordinator, National Human Rights Commissioner, Hamza A. Wala, Esq for a courtesy visit in…
Dr Osamaye thanks Aiyedatiwa over appointment, pledges commitment for Ondo women The newly appointed Special Adviser to the Ondo State Governor on Women Affairs and Development, Dr. Seun Bosede Osamaye has expressed heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to the State Governor, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, for appointing her to his cabinet. In a statement personally signed…
Bwari Area Council Agog as Adebola Faloye celebrates 50th birthday The 4th of May 2024 will remain evergreen in the life of Mrs. Adebola Faloye and her husband Engineer Lanre Faloye, as she celebrates her Golden Jubilee in a grand style. It was indeed, a memorable day, as family members, friends, professional colleagues and well-wishers…
