Women Rally for Special Seats Bill at National Assembly

On Thursday, civil society organizations (CSOs) and women’s groups, including the He4Sh Movement, staged a solidarity march at the National Assembly in Abuja, advocating for the passage of the Special Seats Bill. This bill is designed to amend the constitution to increase female representation in Nigeria's legislative institutions.

Activists, including Stella Mari Amuwa, stressed the importance of this bill for enhancing women's political participation and urged legislators to pass it. Yesind Olasimbo, a member of the civil society situational room, highlighted the need for civic and political education to strengthen democracy, noting that many citizens feel discouraged from voting.

Princess Edna Azura, president of the National Council for Women's Societies, expressed optimism that the bill would pass, ensuring fair representation for women in Nigeria's political landscape. Iren Mngupado Awunah Ikyegh emphasized that the bill represents a significant milestone for democratic inclusivity in Nigeria and across Africa.