Speaking at the International Legislative Dialogue on Women and Constitution Amendment in Nigeria in Abuja, Remi Tinubu emphasized the urgent need to break down barriers that limit women’s role in politics. Represented by Prof. Olufolake Abdulrazaq, First Lady of Kwara State and Chair of the Nigeria Governors Spouses Forum, she noted that while progress had … Read more
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC), Nigeria’s umbrella body for all registered political parties, held a roundtable to explore special seats for women in parliament. Organized in collaboration with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD), the event took place in Abuja under the theme, “64 Years of Independence, Inclusive Democracy and the Options of Special Seats … Read more
In a decisive move, education and youth ministers are out as President Bola Tinubu reshuffled his cabinet, removing five ministers from key positions. Among those affected are Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, Minister of Women Affairs; Jamila Bio Ibrahim, Minister of Youth Development; Lola Ade-John, Minister of Tourism; Tahir Mamman, Minister of Education; and Abdullahi Muhammad Gwarzo, Minister … Read more
Mrs. Mercy Akpama, representing Yakurr 2 State Constituency in the Cross River State House of Assembly, recently led a female legislators outreach to boost women’s involvement in politics. Organized by NILDS in partnership with UN-WOMEN and the Government of Canada, this event focused on empowering women to take on leadership roles, highlighting their critical impact … Read more
During a program held in collaboration with the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) and UN Women, Hon. Fakunle-Okieimen emphasized the need for increased political involvement from women. She called out the alarming gender imbalance that currently exists in the Nigerian political landscape. She urged constituents to actively support female participation in governance, … Read more
Dr. Philomena Onoyona, a Nigerian-born and U.S.-based social worker and advocate, is calling for greater female inclusion in Nigerian politics. At a recent international seminar held in Texas, Onoyona highlighted the potential of Nigerian women to compete in politics if given a level playing field. She makes a case for improving women’s political participation in … Read more
