The Chairperson Senate Committee on Women Affairs, Senator Ireti Heebah Kingibe, says democracy cannot thrive without women’s inclusion and participation.
Speaking while unveiling the NCLUDEHer Nigeria initiative to commemorate the democracy day anniversary, she explained that the initiative is a multisectoral intervention aimed at addressing gender inequalities across all spheres of Nigerian society.
“A truly democratic society cannot thrive without the full participation and representation of women,” said the Senator,” she said.
The Senator representing the federal capital territory (FCT) senatorial district stated that by harnessing the collective expertise and influence of the Senate Committees, transformative change can be driven.
She affirmed that the NCLUDEHer Accord embodies an unwavering collective dedication to empowering women and girls which is essential for achieving sustainable development and a thriving democracy.
While the Accord will be formally introduced and signed later this year, she said the NCLUDEHer Nigeria initiative has already set in motion a paradigm shift in the nation’s approach to gender equality.
“It represents a multisectoral collaboration that recognizes the interconnectedness of various issues impacting womens empowerment, from poverty alleviation and institutional strengthening to financing with a gender lens,” she said.
“By prioritizing women’s inclusion, the NCLUDEHer Nigeria initiative upholds fundamental human rights while unlocking the immense potential of Nigeria’s diverse and rapidly growing population.
“The launch of the NCLUDEHer Nigeria initiative on Democracy Day signifies the nation’s commitment to inclusive governance, equitable development, and the realization of women’s rights as a cornerstone of a thriving democracy.”
