Bonface Orucho, Bird Story Agency FROM THE heart of Ghana’s busiest cancer ward, Naomi Oti, a nurse, has spent two decades strengthening cancer care through practice, training, and leadership. Her journey reflects how African professionals across fields are shaping progress with skill, purpose, and vision. At the crack of dawn, long before the...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter GRIEF ONCE cast a long shadow, yet quiet strength has now taken its place as one young woman reclaims joy without spectacle. That’s the story of the noble daughter of late banking magnate Herbert Onyewumbu Wigwe, who has now returned to public view with a gentle smile and renewed resolve, [&he...
By Olurotimi Olubodede, Contributor MARYAM NDIDI Babangida (née Okogwu) was a transformative figure in Nigeria’s history, widely recognized for redefining the role of the First Lady and championing women’s empowerment, especially in rural communities. Born on November 1, 1948, in Asaba, present-day Delta State, Maryam was the daug...
By Faith Otito Akinnagbe A MOTHER’s love is like a guiding light, Warming our lives, day and night. From tender hands that cradle us tight, To gentle words that soothe our fright. With every step, with every fall, They’re there to catch us, through it all. Their patience, kindness, and love abound, Making our lives […]
By JKNewsMedia A DISTINGUISHED gathering of influential women leaders, policymakers, and advocates is set to take place at Access Bank’s International Women’s Day (IWD) Conference on Friday, 28 March 2025. The annual event, themed “Accelerate Action, Inspiring Generations!”, aims to foster dialogue on women’s empowerment, leadership, and econo...
By Laila St. Matthew-Daniel I REMEMBER sitting in a boardroom early in my career, excited to share an idea that I had worked tirelessly on. As I spoke, I noticed the subtle shifts—the averted gazes, the slight impatience, the way my words seemed to land softer than when my male colleagues spoke. Later, a well-meaning […]
By Ajibola Olaide, JKNewsMedia Reporter IN A few days, precisely on March 7, Dr. Mrs. Oluwatoyin Madein will conclude her tenure as the first female Accountant-General of the Federation. A woman of quiet strength, she held her ground in an office long dominated by men, leading with integrity and without controversy. Under her leadership, Nige...
By Joke Kujenya EVERYDAY AMERICANS who have faced extraordinary challenges will join First Lady Melania Trump at the United States (U.S) Capitol on March 4, 2025, when President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress. These invited guests represent stories of resilience, loss, and perseverance in the face of national and personal ...
By Jemimah Wellington, JKNewsMedia Reporter A PIONEERING figure in Nigerian politics and diplomacy, Chief Adenike Ebun Oyagbola, has passed away at the age of 94. She died on Friday at the age of 94, leaving behind a legacy of leadership, resilience, and commitment to public service. As the country’s first female minister of cabinet rank, [&h...
By JKNewsMedia CHIEF MRS Anike Agbaje-Williams, a pioneering figure in African broadcasting and the first face to appear on television in Africa, has passed away at the age of 88. She died peacefully on 26 February 2025 in Ibadan, where she had spent most of her life. Born on 23 October 1936, Agbaje-Williams made history […]
