Dickson Calls Nigeria's Female Representation Unacceptable

Senator Henry Dickson, representing Bayelsa West, expressed his dismay over the low level of women's representation in Nigeria, labeling it as "shameful" and "unacceptable." During a visit to the Women Collect Hub in Abuja, led by Ambassador Nkoyo Toyo, he highlighted the urgent need for the political system to create more opportunities for qualified women. Dickson acknowledged that Nigeria's low female representation in governance remains a serious challenge, describing the country's statistics as unacceptable.

He urged the group to develop mechanisms to address the economic and social barriers affecting women's political participation. Ambassador Nkoyo Toyo emphasized that advocacy for women's political inclusion has been ongoing for decades, dating back to the 1990s, and noted that despite various constitutional reforms aimed at securing women's access to leadership positions, the outcomes have not met the expectations of women's groups.

The senator reiterated the need for sustained advocacy and political engagement to ensure that women's voices are adequately represented in governance.