Nigeria Launches Initiative to Empower 10 Million Women

The "10 Million Women Initiative," aimed at grassroots mobilization, was announced by Minister Sulaiman-Ibrahim at a forum organized by the National Council For Women Societies Nigeria in Abuja. Represented by Maryam Babangida and Princess Jumai Idonijie, the initiative seeks to organize women into structured clusters across polling units and local government areas.

Sulaiman-Ibrahim stated that the initiative aims to convert women's numerical strength into significant democratic influence. The program aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration's focus on measurable women's empowerment, guided by the Third National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security, launched by First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu in December 2025.

The Federal Government has also approved several national policies, including the National Care Policy and the National Policy on Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management, to support women's economic and leadership opportunities. Additionally, efforts are underway to advance the Special Seats Bill for women's representation in legislatures.