No Woman, No Peace – A Global Appraisal of the Role of Gender in Peace and Security
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Date:\xa017th March 2025 Time: 4:30PM EDT | 8:30PM GMT | 9:30PM WAT Program Description/Narative: Despite the unanimous adoption of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1325, the devastating impact of war persists unabated, with attendant unjustifiable exclusion of women’s participation in peace processes globally. How effective has UNSCR) 1325 truly been in addressing women’s pivotal […]
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International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation
2025 Theme: Step Up the Pace IntroductionOn February 6, the world observes the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM), a UN-designated day to amplify efforts to eliminate this harmful practice. AWLA’s Community ActionThe AWLA Warri Chapter visited Agbarah Warri Community, Edjeba, to sensitize residents on FGM’s consequences. As duty bearers, AWLA […]
AWLA Nigeria Chapter, Kwara State Ministry of Women Affairs, Micheal Imodu Institute for Labour Studies, FIDA Kwara Join Forces to Accelerate Action for Gender Parity
Commemorating the 2025 International Women’s day themed, ‘Accelerate Action-For ALL women and girls. Rights. Equality. Empowerment,” the African Women Lawyers Association(AWLA) Nigeria Chapter along with the Kwara State Ministry of Women Affairs, FIDA Kwara, and the Michael Ikoku Institute came together to advance a women agenda that promotes women equality, champions full rights and protection, […]
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Commemorating the 2025 International Women’s day themed, ‘Accelerate Action-For ALL women and girls. Rights. Equality. Empowerment,” the African Women Lawyers Association(AWLA) Nigeria Chapter along with the Kwara State Ministry of Women Affairs, FIDA Kwara, and the Michael Ikoku Institute came together to advance a women agenda that promotes women equality, champions full rights and protection, […]
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{‘rendered’: ‘International Women’s Day (IWD): A Celebration of Achievements and Advocacy for Equality’}
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Observed annually on March 8, it honors the accomplishments of women worldwide and advocates for gender equality. With roots in the early 20th-century women’s rights movements, IWD has evolved into a global celebration. Origins and History In 1922, Vladimir Lenin declared March 8 as International Women’s Day to recognize the pivotal role women played […]
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{‘rendered’: ‘Body Of Benchers: Hrh Olori Olufunmi Ajibola-Oluyede Appointed Life Bencher Alongside Eminent Supreme Court Justices and Others’}
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African Women Lawyers Association Celebrates a Shining Star The African Women Lawyers Association (AWLA) is thrilled to celebrate one of its own distinguished members, HRH Olori Olufunmi Ajibola-Oluyede, on her prestigious appointment as a Life Bencher. This remarkable achievement is a testament to Olori Oluyede’s exceptional contributions to the legal profession, her tireless advocacy for […]
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AWLA Nigeria Chapter Extends Lent Message of Repentance, Reflections, and Genuine Transformation
The Lenten season is a profound time for reflection and spiritual growth in preparation for Easter. May our lives be guided by repentance and self-examination, fostering a deeper connection to God’s word. May this season inspire thoughtful dialogue, consciousnesses of human rights and dignity, and genuine transformation in our lives. May our reflective thoughts illuminate the significance of this sacred […]
AWLA Nigeria Chapter Sends Ramadan Message of Peace, Blessings, and Compassion
As the sacred month of Ramadan begins, may we draw more strength from this solemn season to continue believing in a just world where human rights are upheld. May we continue to believe that our collective ideals and values as Nigerians will continue to increase our courage and compassion in defending human rights, in being […]
AWLA NIGERIA CHAPTER Celebrates a Legend of the Law World, Hairat Balogun, OON on 62 Years of Practice
Articles / Bar News / Legal Personalities AWLA NIGERIA CHAPTER Celebrates a Legend of the Law World, Hairat Balogun, OON on 62 Years of Practice by Halima AbiolaFebruary 13, 2025 FacebookTwitterWhatsAppLinkedInGmailShare Today, the African Women Lawyers Association(AWLA) Nigeria Chapter rolls out the drums to celebrate Mrs. Hairat Balogun, OON—a trailblazer in the legal industry who pioneered change, paving the way […]
AWLA Nigeria Congratulates Newly-Appointed Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court, Kabir Akanbi
Our warmest congratulations go to Mr. Kabir Akanbi on being appointed as the Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court of Nigeria. This is a well deserved honour as Mr. Akanbi has enjoyed a long and distinguished career serving the judicial system. His career is one dedicated to public service. Called to the Bar in 2023, […]