Women in leadership, gender inequality in Nigeria, diversity and new trend of women in leadership positions in industries around the world

Background: Leaders are the people who help to define the aims and goals of groups and organizations and then help to channel the energy of the group or organisations’ members to achieve those stated aims. Many women are rising to positions of leadership around the world and in traditionally male-dominated industries. There is an upsurge in women leadership, however gender inequality, bias and discrimination still exist.

Objective: This paper has reviewed the concept of women leadership, gender inequality in Nigeria and around the world, exploring the situation in the different continents and sub-continents of the world in a snapshot manner. The paper also reviewed diversity in the workplace and the different way that men and women lead their organizations.

Conclusion: Despite the rise of women leaders, more inclusion and diversity in the work place, disparities still exists and is widespread around the world. This is worsened by poverty. A society that has more gender equality, diversity, and inclusiveness is better and would lead to a sustainable and meaningful growth in the economy. It is hoped that companies and governments around the world would take reducing gender inequality and promotion of women leaders seriously for a better equal and just society