By Uche Kalu Introduction: Celebrating the Unsung Heroines of Nigeria’s Civil Service In the intricate machinery of governance, Nigerian women civil servants emerge as unsung heroines, dedicating themselves tirelessly to implement crucial policies and programs vital for the nation’s development. They serve as pillars of strength, contributing significantly across sectors like healthcare, education, security, and infrastructure management. The Backbone of …
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Are Women the Weaker Sex?
Introduction: Some people out of ignorance often think and believe that women are the weaker sex. and should be seen and treat as such. This reminds me of an incident that happened some years ago. In the dimly lit room, the scent of antiseptic hung heavy in the air, blending with the anxious whispers of the awaiting families. In the …
Read More »Hurrah, Christ is risen: Women saw Him first!
The Dawn of Hope: Women at the Sepulcher On a sacred Sunday morning, over two thousand years ago, the worfld was forever changed by the faith and courage of three remarkable women: Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome. These women embarked on a poignant journey to the tomb of Jesus Christ, carrying spices to anoint His body. …
Read More »Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress
Today, March 8, 2024 is International Women’s Day. It is a global celebration established more than a century ago to honour women and the essence they bring to the world with their existence. It is a day women’s achievements are celebrated, awareness about women’s equality raised, and as well, call for positive change advancing women, among others. Invest in Women: …
Read More »Female Circumcision: Wickedness or Protection?
Would you want your daughter circumcised? This is a powerful but emotional question we want to examine. Female circumcision is an old practice in almost all communities in Nigeria, but rampant in rural and remote areas of the country. In view of the attention now being given to women’s health through family education, family planning, population control education, and antenatal …
Read More »“What A Man Can Do, A Woman…”
‘’Whatever a man can do, a woman can do it better’’, so said the popular saying. This saying has made so many women struggle much harder to prove it right. In many homes , a lot of women are breadwinners while the men become mere helpers even dependents. In the olden days, women were treated as subordinates, ‘’oriaku’’, doing minor …
Read More »What To See In A Lady’s Handbag
Have you ever seen a well-dressed lady? Let’s take, for instance, a working-class lady in an oil company or a well-paying firm. First of all, she appears in her miniskirt or trouser suit; with a long or short sleeve or sleeveless shirt, with well-manicured and vanished fingers and toenails. She appears in her designer shoes, wristwatch, and jewelry which include …
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