In line with WISCAR’s mission of developing women to build a better nation, and the strong interest expressed by renowned global icon, and our 2022 Distinguished WISCAR Awardee, Ms. Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie at the recently concluded 2022 WISCAR Annual Leadership and Mentoring Conference, on the urgent need to enable women’s political participation. WISCAR in collaboration with Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie held a special fundraiser on Friday, January 13, 2023, to support credible female political candidates contesting in the 2023 General Elections. Special appreciation to all donors and collaborators who contributed in various ways to the success of this event. Of the candidates supported, a Senator has emerged. We congratulate Hajiya Ireti Kingibe and look forward to her significant contribution in the 10th Assembly. We are sure she will make a huge and positive difference.
A Tribute to Chief (Mrs.) Adenike Ebun Oyagbola: Celebrating a Trailblazer as She Passes At 93.
Chief (Mrs.) Adenike Ebun Oyagbola (née Akinola) was a pioneering Nigerian politician and diplomat, best known as the country’s first female cabinet minister. Born on May 5, 1931, in Igan-Alade, Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State, she dedicated
