On Saturday, 4th July 2026, the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (MWAPA) participated in the July Edition of the Walk for Fitness organized by the Office of the Head of Service, Lagos State.
On Thursday, 2nd July 2026, WAPA concluded its Climate-Smart Agriculture training, equipping women with practical skills in farming, processing, branding and marketing.
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On Thursday, 2nd July 2026, WAPA hosted the South-West Pre-Council Technical Zonal Policy Sensitization Workshop ahead of the 26th National Council on Women Affairs and Social Development.
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On Tuesday, 16th June 2026, WAPA received officials of UN Women and ASWHAN on a courtesy visit to strengthen collaboration and support for vulnerable women across Lagos State.
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On Tuesday, 9th June 2026, MWAPA commenced a 2-day training programme to strengthen professionalism, productivity and service excellence among officers in the Ministry.
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On Wednesday, 3rd June 2026, WAPA commemorated World Creativity and Innovation Day, inspiring students to embrace creativity, innovation and entrepreneurship.
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On Monday, 1st June 2026, WAPA presented its one-year scorecard at the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing, highlighting achievements in empowerment, poverty alleviation, skills development and support for vulnerable residents.
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On Friday, 29th May 2026, Ministry (MWAPA) received a team from the Lagos State Public Service Office, led by the Director of Public Service Standards and Performance for a compliance assessment exercise aimed at promoting effective service delivery across MDAs
On Thursday, 7th May 2026, representatives from the Nigerian Red Cross Society (Lagos State), visited the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (MWAPA) for a key informant interview (KII). They were received by the Permanent Secretary, Mrs. Rianat Ajibike Onigbanjo
On 11th May 2026, the Ogun Team on NFWP-SU Program visited the Ministry on a support mission to the State to accelerate the recruitment of the Local Gov. Project Implementation Unit and community entry of the pilot LG in the State. They were received by the Permanent Secretary
On Tuesday, 12th May 2026, the Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (MWAPA) held a one-day training on “NAFDAC Requirements for Agricultural Products” for vulnerable women entrepreneurs, cooperatives and agricultural stakeholders at the WDC Women, Agege.
On Monday, 13th April 2026, The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (MWAPA), Mrs. Rianat Onigbanjo, was officially inducted as a MAYOR by the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA).
International Women’s Day 2026 - Lagos continues to lead the charge in creating opportunities, strengthening protections, and amplifying the voices of women and girls.
On Tue, 31st Mar 2026, the Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation proudly marked the 2026 International Women’s Day with a powerful call for Rights, Justice &Action, reaffirming Lagos State’s leadership in championing women’s rights, inclusion, & economic empowerment