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Women are increasingly shaping the evolution of digital payments across West Africa, transforming monetary transactions and providing essential support to businesses. Through roles in various sectors, they are facilitating greater access to secure digital financial systems.
Sarah Mullally has been officially inaugurated as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury, vowing to promote unity, justice, and peace amidst the challenges facing the global Anglican community.
At a high-level policy summit in Abuja, experts discussed persistent structural challenges that hinder women's representation in Nigeria's leadership roles, despite increasing societal acceptance. They emphasized the need for comprehensive reforms to promote gender equity.
The ARISE Africa Women of Impact Awards 2026 celebrated 100 remarkable women who are significantly impacting Africa's future. Held in Lagos, the event honored their contributions across various sectors on International Women’s Day.
A report reveals that nearly 90% of Nigerians are in favor of women taking leadership roles in significant companies, although institutional limitations hinder women's advancement in these positions. Overall, Nigeria's leadership readiness score improved to 59 in 2025 from 57 in 2024, indicating rising public trust in female leadership.
A group of 37 female Chief Executive Officers, led by Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has expressed its commitment to support President Bola Tinubu and promote women’s involvement in the political process as they prepare for the APC’s upcoming election plans.
