Nigeria Celebrates Esther Eghobamien Mshelia's CEDAW Win

The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, led by Minister Esther Eghobamien Mshelia, announced the successful re-election of Mshelia to the CEDAW Committee during the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69) held in New York in March 2025. This achievement is seen as a significant milestone for Nigeria, following extensive consultations and diplomatic engagements at both bilateral and multilateral levels.

The ministry emphasized the importance of translating international recognition into domestic impact, advocating for the advancement of women's and girls' rights. The ministry's statement, coordinated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Nigeria's Permanent Mission to the United Nations, reaffirmed the commitment to strengthen legal reforms and policies that empower women and enhance protection systems.

Minister Esther Eghobamien Mshelia expressed confidence in continuing to deepen the implementation of CEDAW and acknowledged the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders, including government tiers, civil society, and the private sector.