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Nigerian Diaspora Women Illuminate Global Stage at STEM Conference.

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By Prosper Mene 

Nigerian women in the diaspora claimed the spotlight today at the 2025 Women in STEM Conference in London, showcasing groundbreaking innovations and reinforcing their role as trailblazers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The event, held at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre, drew hundreds of attendees from across the globe, with Nigerian voices resonating powerfully amid discussions on bridging the gender gap in STEM fields.

Dr. Ngozi Okeke, a UK-based engineer originally from Lagos, captivated the audience with her keynote address, unveiling a prototype for a low-cost solar energy system designed to electrify rural African communities. “Growing up with unreliable power taught me resilience and ingenuity,” she said, dedicating her work to the next generation of Nigerian girls dreaming of STEM careers. Her presentation earned a standing ovation, with attendees noting its potential to revolutionize energy access in developing regions.

Meanwhile, Tolu Adebayo, a software developer from Ibadan now living in Manchester, led a workshop on artificial intelligence applications for healthcare, highlighting a new algorithm she developed to improve early disease detection in underserved populations. “This is about using tech to save lives where it’s needed most,” Adebayo told reporters, emphasizing her roots as a driving force behind her innovation.

The conference, coinciding with ongoing global efforts following International Women’s Day earlier this month, underscored the contributions of Nigerian diaspora women to tackling worldwide challenges. Organizers praised their presence as a testament to the growing influence of African women in STEM, with one panelist remarking, “These women are not just participating—they’re leading.”

Back in Nigeria, the event sparked pride and conversation online, with hashtags like #NigerianWomenInSTEM trending as citizens celebrated their compatriots’ achievements abroad. The success of Okeke, Adebayo, and others at today’s conference highlights the vital role of the Nigerian diaspora in shaping a more inclusive and innovative global STEM landscape.

 

 

 

 

 

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Afghan Women’s Defiance Ignites Solidarity Protests in Nigeria.

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By Mene Prosper

In cities like Abuja, Kano, and Port Harcourt, hundreds gathered in peaceful marches, their voices amplified by the hashtag #WomenResist trending across social media. “What we’re seeing in Afghanistan is a mirror to our struggles here,” said Zainab Mohammed, a prominent activist in Kano, addressing a crowd outside the city’s central market. “When they stand up, we stand with them—because silence is not an option.”

The protests, unfolding at 9:49 PM WAT, linked the Afghan women’s courage to Nigeria’s persistent challenges, where recent surveys show one in three women still faces domestic violence.

 

The spark came from fresh accounts out of Afghanistan, where women have risked severe punishment to defy Taliban edicts, a story dominating global news cycles today. In Nigeria, organizers tied this resistance to local demands for stronger laws against gender-based violence and greater cultural freedoms, with placards reading “From Kabul to Kano: Women Rise.” The marches drew a diverse crowd—students, professionals, and traders—united in a rare cross-continental show of unity.

International human rights groups praised the Nigerian response, with UN Women noting on social media that such solidarity “lights a path toward global change.” Yet the protests also faced pushback, with some local voices questioning the focus on foreign struggles amid Nigeria’s own crises.

 

 

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