…says reserved seats for women in National and State Houses of Assembly not merely symbolic but critical step toward equitable governance.
International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria has urged members to build actionable consensus and consolidate powerful memoranda capable of speaking to the heart of constitutional reform, iNews Times reports.
Country Vice President, Eliana Martins Esq made the call at a one-day Senatorial Zone Advocacy/Townhall Meeting on building consensus and consolidating memoranda towards the constitutional reform process.
The engagement held in Awka, Anambra state was in collaboration with the State Branch as well as invaluable support of UN Women.
Eliana, represented by Chairperson, FIDA Anambra Branch, Amara Muojeke explained that reserved seats for women in both National and State Houses of Assembly were not merely symbolic but critical step toward equitable governance and balanced democratic structure.
She said, “Today’s gathering, situated within the framework of the project “Advancing Women’s Inclusion and Representation in Leadership and Political Processes in Nigeria”, is a testament to our shared commitment to amplifying women’s voices and ensuring their rightful place in the political and legislative spheres of our nation.
“As we engage in robust conversations and consultative sessions, I urge us all to remember that we are here not just to discuss, but to build actionable consensus and consolidate powerful memoranda that will speak to the heart of constitutional reform.
“The focus on reserved seats for women in the National and State Houses of Assembly is not merely symbolic—it is a critical step toward equitable governance and a balanced democratic structure.”
Appreciating the group’s strategic partners, stakeholders and participant for recognizing her mission’s importance, Eliana described their presence as clear endorsement of inclusive democracy and affirmation of their dedication to social justice.
“As we proceed with the sessions today, may our deliberations be fruitful, our collaborations strengthened, and our collective voice heard loud and clear at the National Assembly Constitutional Reform Committee.
“Together, we are not only shaping policy—we are shaping history,” she added.
