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On March 7, 2025, the Advocates for Health and Rights of Women and Youth Initiative hosted the Women’s Rights in Human Rights (WRHR) Conference 2025, a powerful gathering designed to inspire, educate, and empower women. The event brought together trailblazing leaders, industry experts, and advocates who engaged in insightful discussions on leadership, gender-based violence, and economic empowerment.
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 The Jedidiah Divine Home of Love (JEDLOF), a non-governmental organization (NGO), has fully covered the National Examinations Council (NECO) registration fees for 20 final-year secondary school students, totaling over ₦700,000.
 In a bid to enhance youth empowerment and business development, the Ministry of Youth Development has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Flutterwave, a leading payment technology company.
 Women have long been a driving force in society, demonstrating resilience, strength, and remarkable achievements. Their contributions deserve recognition and celebration.
 The Ondo State Government has announced plans to empower over 1,000 women and youths through agricultural training, financial assistance, and farm equipment to enhance food security and economic growth.
 In a bold move to address youth unemployment and promote vocational skills, the Nnewi Youth Forum has unveiled the Nnewi Youth Sustainable Empowerment Scheme (NYSES), a ₦250 million initiative aimed at equipping young people with practical skills for self-reliance.
 No fewer than 200 secondary school students in Modakeke, Osun State, have been awarded scholarships totaling approximately N8.2 million to cover their West African Examinations Council (WAEC) fees.
 First Lady Oluremi Tinubu on Friday unveiled the North Central Zone Women’s Empowerment Programme at the State House Banquet Hall in Abuja, reinforcing efforts to enhance women's economic independence and drive sustainable development.
 The Rotary Action Group for Family Health and AIDS Prevention, in partnership with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the Federal Ministry of Health, and other stakeholders, has called on Nigerians to take advantage of its annual three-day free health screening and referral program, "Rotary Family Health Days."
 The World Day of Social Justice, observed annually on February 20, highlights the importance of addressing poverty, exclusion, gender inequality, unemployment, human rights, and social protections. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007, the first observance took place in 2009.
 The Nigerian Women for Agriculture Progressive and Development Initiative (NWAPDI) has introduced the FarmAssure blockchain initiative, a groundbreaking solution aimed at closing the connectivity gap for rural farmers, particularly women.
 The Nigerian Bottling Company (NBC), a subsidiary of Coca-Cola HBC (CCHBC) and the official bottling partner of The Coca-Cola Company in Nigeria, recently held a special edition of its flagship YouthEmpowered program in Lagos. The event provided young Nigerians with a unique platform to engage with top executives from Coca-Cola HBC and The Coca-Cola Company, gaining valuable leadership insights to shape their career paths.
Vecchia Romagna 1820 Partners with Lagos State to Empower Youth Through Vocational Training12/2/2025  Vecchia Romagna (VR) 1820, a leading Italian brandy, has reinforced its commitment to youth empowerment by partnering with the Lagos State Government for the third consecutive year. This collaboration supports grassroots vocational training initiatives, equipping young Nigerians with essential skills for sustainable careers.
 Despite significant strides in higher education, women remain underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields worldwide. While progress has been made, a persistent gender disparity continues to limit opportunities for women at all levels of these disciplines.
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