Opeyemi Bamidele Advocates for Women's and Children's Rights

Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, the Senate Leader representing the Ekiti Central senatorial district, urged lawmakers, legal practitioners, and government institutions to enhance protections for women and children in Nigeria. Speaking at the 2026 Law Week of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) in Ekiti State, he highlighted the need for a coordinated response to challenges such as technology-driven abuse, domestic violence, and discrimination.

Bamidele emphasized that justice must be accessible, affordable, and effective, particularly for victims of abuse. He pointed out that women facing domestic violence should seek protection without fear of social condemnation, and children must be safeguarded against online predators.

He called for collaboration among various government branches to improve the implementation of protective laws and stressed the importance of the Special Seats Bill for promoting women's representation in governance. Bamidele also advocated for adequate funding for child protection and women's health programs, asserting that protecting vulnerable groups is a collective responsibility.