By Joke Kujenya CHIAMAKA OBI suddenly noticed unusual bleeding and persistent fatigue. But she said she delayed seeing a doctor because she was unaware that a common virus could threaten her life. Today, she said her condition is compounded as she’s managing her health. Similarly, across Nigeria, thousands of women face dicey risks from...
By Joke Kujenya PREVENTION AND cure remain achievable for cervical cancer when women have proper access to screening, vaccination and treatment, the United Nations (UN) has said, as global attention turns again to awareness and elimination of the disease. The UN stated that cervical cancer remains one of the most significant health challenges...
FOR MANY expectant mothers, the dream of a less painful labour is a deeply held hope. In Ibadan, Oyo State, that hope can turn into horror when childbirth is accompanied by an act of mutilation disguised as tradition. Women in labour have not only endured pain but have also been subjected to the debilitating age-old […]
By Laila St.Matthew-Daniel ACROSS INDUSTRIES, midlife women leaders are shaping futures, influencing decisions, and carrying tremendous responsibility. They are the ones others look to for vision, stability, and strength. Yet behind the poise, many quietly carry the weight of ‘menopause’. It’s the season no one prepares you for, a...
By Joke Kujenya UP TILL RECENTLY, Nnena Francis, a vibrant 60-year-old retired teacher, had always led an active lifestyle. She recounts how she often enjoyed gardening, dancing, and playing with her grandchildren. However, over the years, as she narrated to JKNewsMedia, she said she had neglected her diet and often skipped meals and relying o...
By Olaide Ajibola, JKNMedia Reporter MARKING A historic moment, Abigail Katung a Nigeria-born, has been named the 130th Lord Mayor of Leeds. She emerges as the first individual of African descent to hold the position. This revolutionary declaration was made following the Leeds City Council’s annual general meeting on Thursday night. The offici...
By Joke Kujenya NIGERIAN WOMEN have been called upon to unite in their quest for a female president. This call was made by former First Lady of Nigeria, Mrs. Victoria Gowon, emphasizing that such a goal is achievable through mentorship and solidarity. Her comments came during a significant event where current First Lady, Senator Remi […...
By Joke Kujenya ANINYEI is a forward-thinking leader with over two decades of expertise in optimizing organization strategies and operations across various sectors. From traditional banking to forefront of fintech, her career is marked by dedication, innovation and a pursuit of excellence. Navigating the Financial Landscape Ebere began her car...
