Abuja, 22 April 2026 — The Founder of Women Community in Africa (WCA), Dr. Khadijah Abdullahi Iya, has commended the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, for his sustained efforts in tackling economic and financial crimes in Nigeria. Dr Iya gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the…
The Her Safety, Her Future HSF 2 project, established by the Nigerian Women Trust Fund in collaboration with Women Community in Africa, the coalition and advocacy arm of Beyond Mentors Community Care Initiative, was officially launched on Saturday, 7 February 2026, at the Front of the Palace of the Sakaruyi of Karu, Abuja Municipal Area…
Official Statement by the Global President, Women Community in Africa (WCA) The Women Community in Africa (WCA) expresses deep concern and profound distress over the incessant kidnapping of schoolchildren across Nigeria. The persistent targeting of schools has created a climate of fear, insecurity, and psychological trauma for children, parents, and communities nationwide. These attacks have…
On 14th July 2024, history met hope at the Maria Media Premiere of Double Minority — a stirring, truth-telling documentary that confronts the harsh realities women in Nigeria face in the political space. This is not just a film.It is a mirror.It is a microphone.It is a movement. It boldly exposes the double burden women…
Abuja, Nigeria – Former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has passed away. The news of his death was first announced by his former aide, Bashir Ahmad, in a post on social media platform X (formerly Twitter). Confirming the development, Mallam Garba Shehu, who served as Buhari’s spokesman until his death, issued a brief statement on…
“I will keep the mandate given to me by the people.”— Chief MKO Abiola, June 11, 1994 On the morning of June 12, 1993, Nigerians from every part of the country; Muslims and Christians, Northerners and Southerners, market women and professionals, stood in long queues under the scorching sun, bound together by one powerful hope:…
Every year on March 8th, the world comes together to celebrate International Women’s Day (IWD), a day dedicated to recognising the achievements of women and advocating for gender equality. It is a time for reflection, celebration, and, most importantly, action. While progress has been made in advancing women’s rights, persistent challenges remain—one of the most…
Kogi Central Senator Natasha Akpoti has alleged that Senate President Godswill Akpabio has maligned, victimized, and denied her legislative privileges due to her refusal to engage in an inappropriate relationship with him. Speaking on Arise Television’s Morning Show on Friday, Akpoti claimed that Akpabio has persistently made unwelcome advances towards her and has used his…
