Igbinedion Advocates for Women's Role in Peace Talks

Hon. Omosede Igbinedion, the lawmaker representing Ovia Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, called for the active inclusion of women in diplomatic engagements, peace negotiations, and conflict resolution during the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) in Arusha, Tanzania. Igbinedion insisted that women must participate in decision-making processes rather than being involved only after agreements are reached.

She highlighted that women's contributions are often overlooked in formal negotiations, despite their vital roles in conflict situations. Igbinedion urged governments and international institutions to implement concrete measures for gender inclusion in negotiations and post-conflict reconstruction.

She commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for expanding opportunities for women in leadership roles and recognized Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo for creating governance opportunities for women. Additionally, she praised Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Hon. Tajudeen Abbas for promoting women's participation in regional parliamentary diplomacy and the legislature, respectively.