Bille the oil-rich Ijaw kingdom in the Degema Local Government Area of Rivers State that is heavily dependent on fishing and maritime activities is currently facing severe ecological crisis involving massive methane gas leaks and groundwater pollution and the OIC in operation and the authorities in charge seems not to know what to do. Continued […]
Yesterday SWAYA sat with Kabethkache Women development and Social Action listening to scary stories of lived experiences of the people of Bille community by the women who now choose between buying a bag of pure water at #1,500 to cook or buy food for their families. Wows of all manner of sicknesses and diseases, even […]
I had the privilege to participate with other leaders drawn from across all African religions in the Mini Annual Meeting of the Africa Just Transition Network (AJTN) held in Nairobi Kenya in August, 2026. We all agreed that Africa must not only be present at the negotiating table when it comes to issues of Vlimate […]
On this day 8th of March 2026, the International Women’s Day, we proudly celebrate the remarkable strength, resilience, courage, and brilliance of women and girls around the world. This year’s theme is “Give To Gain” When we give, we gain. Together, let’s help forge gender equality through abundant giving. May the Give To Gain Campaign […]
Ongoing training of Mangrove Vanguard of participants from 7 Communities in Gokana Local Government Area by the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project with Stakeholders monitoring the process.
It’s been an incredibly inspiring three days working closely with women living with disabilities in Gokana Local Government Area of Rivers State, as we delivered a comprehensive training program aimed at strengthening their small-scale businesses. This initiative focused on practical and impactful skills, including: The training was made possible through the generous support of the […]
Annual Medical Outreach, a collaborative effort between Team SWAYA and the One Hope Foundation of Just Jesus Assembly. This vital outreach is part of our shared commitment to expanding access to quality healthcare for underserved communities. Through this partnership, we are providing free medical consultations, health screenings, medications, and health education to individuals and families […]
On June 5th, 2025, Team SWAYA had the honor of participating in the official flag-off ceremony of the Optimized Maternal and Child Health Week (OMCHW) and Malaria Intervention Program held at the Modern Primary Health Care (MPHC), Ogale I, Eleme LGA, Rivers State. This important initiative marks a renewed commitment to improving the health and […]
Society for Women and Youths Affairs (SWAYA) received the delegation of European Union Elections Observation Mission at her office, #5 Uyo Street, Ruomumasi, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. The delegation came to present a copy of the Union’s first preliminary statement/report for the February 23rd Presidential and National Assembly Elections.