Nigeria, July 2 -- President Tinubu's gender inclusion promises, including 35 per cent female representation, remain largely unfulfilled, with women only making up 17 per cent of his ministers. PREMIUM TIMES highlighted gender matters in May through stories on women in STEAM, increasing male attendance at antenatal sessions, a partnership with WCCIMA to empower women entrepreneurs, maternal health risks due to aid cuts and collaborations with WIMBIZ featuring interviews with leading women advocating for gender equity.

Here's a summary of key gender-related events in Nigeria in May 2025

When President Bola Tinubu was inaugurated, he promised to include women in governance significantly. Mr Tinubu even proposed legislation mandating 35 pe...