…had become the first Nigerian to win an individual Olympic gold medal, winning the women’s long jump. Marking the 30th anniversary of Nigeria’s historic Atlanta 1996 Olympic triumph, the 80-year-old Dutchman told The PUNCH he remains disappointed that the Nigerian government has yet to recognise or reward his contribut…

…people through its interventions in three local government areas of Sokoto State, with women accounting for about 60 per cent of the beneficiaries. He said the programme has also trained 483 teachers to improve the quality of teaching in crisis-affected communities and commended residents of Kware, Isa and Sabon Birni…

…2026 cohort in Lagos on Wednesday, targeted local agropreneurs, particularly youths and women, equipping them with skills in regulatory compliance, business development and market access. The initiative, led by Mandela Washington Fellowship alumna and Chief Executive Officer of Moppet Foods, Roberta Edu, received suppo…

…through innovative digital financing platforms, and expand economic opportunities for women and young entrepreneurs. He added, “This initiative goes beyond electrification. It is an industrial policy. It is an employment strategy. It is a poverty reduction programme. It is a climate action initiative. It is a national…

…marry a virgin man as long as you are not a virgin yourself. "Virgin men go for virgin women. "Those words used to scare me the h£lL out of me. "Not like I care if my husband would be a virgin or not, i was scared if I would find any who would take me just as I am already. "The day I lost my virginity, I cried because…

…that the victim would not have survived the attack,” he said. “Tackling violence against women and girls is one of Police Scotland’s highest priorities and we continue to work with partners to achieve this.” Atutie’s original 10-year prison sentence was reduced to seven-and-a-half years after he pleaded guilty. He will…

…not have survived the attack," Det Sgt Craig McMillan said. "Tackling violence against women and girls is one of Police Scotland's highest priorities and we continue to work with partners to achieve this." Atutie's jail term was cut from 10 years due to his guilty plea. He will also be supervised for a further 18 month…

…values of our organization." "As an organization entrusted with selecting and preparing women to represent our states on the national stage, we must uphold the standards and values that our titleholders agree to embrace when accepting the honor of wearing the crown." Thom Brodeur, president and CEO of Miss USA, didn't…

…of our nation. These bold reforms represent strategic investments in the men and women who daily make enormous sacrifices to safeguard our country’s peace, unity and democratic values. “A well-motivated and properly equipped military remains indispensable to achieving sustainable national security and development,” Ben…

…relationships and financial responsibility. Speaking during a TikTok session, Zari said women whose partners stop them from working but fail to provide for them should consider finding support elsewhere. According to her, some men restrict their partners from earning an income yet refuse to meet their basic needs, leav…

…is a few years older than him. The man argued that men should always marry younger women, claiming women age faster than men and suggesting Peller could eventually become unfaithful because of fame and success. Reacting to the video, Maraji described his comments as ridiculous, questioning the logic behind his claims.…

…the incident occurred at about 10:45 a.m. on August 3, 2026 at Aloghom Village when the women went into the bush to fetch firewood. The sources said troops of Sector 8, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) swiftly responded to a distress call and moved to the scene, forcing the suspected attackers to flee before they could…

Anambra State is one of Nigeria's leading commercial hubs in southeastern Nigeria. It borders Delta, Enugu, Imo, and Kogi states and is known for trade, manufacturing, and entrepreneurship. The richest towns in Anambra State, such as Nnewi, Awka, and Onitsha, continue to attract investors, businesses, and skilled profe…

…Rabbit for her figure.In a 2008 CNN interview about whether music videos objectify women, Ford was direct about her own reservations:Yes, I definitely have to say that. I would definitely have to say that now, yes.Melyssa Ford's moviesOn screen, Melyssa Ford's movies include Think Like a Man, Three Can Play That Game,…

Nigeria’s Super Falcons booked their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after an emphatic 6-2 victory over Egypt in their final Group C match on Wednesday. The defending champions entered the match needing a convincing win to keep their hopes of progressing alive following an opening…

"How can a 45-year-old man be proposing to an 18-year-old? What happened to women your age?" - Lady questions men who pursue much younger partners A lady has stirred conversation online after questioning why some older men choose to pursue relationships with much younger women. In the video, she questioned why a 45-yea…

"African women have carried the weight of entire families, yet they rarely get credit for it" Actress Mary Remmy Njoku addresses perception that women don't face financial pressure Mary Remny Njoku has narrated an encounter with a man who insisted to her that women do not face the pressure of having to provide for depe…

…along the Gezuwa axis in Konduga Local Government Area. The escapees comprised nine women, two adult men, eight female minors and one male child below the age of two years, bringing the total number to 20. "During preliminary investigation, they disclosed that they escaped from Gezuwa after military offensive against t…

…has said that many African traditions are rooted in patriarchy, misogyny and sideline women. He stated in a Facebook post on Tuesday, August 4, after he accompanied a friend to visit the family of the woman he wants to marry. According to him, the woman's father is late so they were told to wait for her 21-year-old bro…

…to class in Kano State. Photo >She said the situation robbed an entire generation of women of the chance to build careers and contribute fully to society.PAY ATTENTION: From breaking news to viral moments. Follow Legit.ng on Instagram!"I wish I had gone to school when I was young, not now with my grandchildren." She ad…

…training, was escorting a man from the emergency department of the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital when the patient attempted to attack him. The patient tried to throw items at Nelson, who blocked him and quickly put him in a headlock on the ground after he lunged at him through the foyers doors at the Royal Brisba…

…intercepted 20 suspected family members of Boko Haram insurgents comprising nine women, two men and nine children along the Gezuwa axis in Bama Local Government Area of Borno. According to the army, the suspects said they escaped from the Gezuwa terrorist camp following an attack by rival ISWAP fighters and were handed…

…holds a distinguished place in the history of BUK, having been one of the first two women ever appointed to the university's Department of Physics, a milestone that opened doors for younger Nigerian women pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.Her research spans atmospheric physics, space…

The stage is set for tonight’s CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, WAFCON, final Group C fixtures. Nigeria will face Egypt in Rabat, while Zambia will tackle Malawi in the other fixture. DAILY POST reports that Malawi currently tops Group C with six points, and Nigeria and Zambia are tied on three points in second and t…

…banditry, kidnapping and terrorism across parts of the country. He said, “The men and women who help to keep us safe in our homes must be supported and appreciated in the course of their duties to our nation.” Tinubu said troop welfare and military modernisation would remain a standing priority of his administration. “…