Katsina Stakeholders Enhance Women's Security Roles

During a Women, Peace and Security (WPS) stakeholders’ engagement in Katsina, participants were encouraged to draw lessons from Kano and Niger states to improve women's involvement in peacebuilding and security decision-making. Hadiza Bala Fage, the Kano State WPS Chairperson, and Nana Hauwa Isa from Niger State shared successful strategies that emphasized sustained advocacy and community-level security linkages.

Hajiya Bilkisu Nasir Yashe, co-chair of WPS in Katsina, highlighted the risks of inconsistent representation from ministries, departments, and agencies, which could hinder effective implementation. She stressed the importance of community and religious leaders in referral systems for addressing peace and security concerns.

Bola Bello, the Katsina State Project Coordinator for the Rule of Law and Empowerment Initiative, noted the need for collaboration among stakeholders to adapt successful approaches while avoiding potential challenges. The engagement included breakout sessions to develop new action plans for implementation.