*As EU supports dialogue on increasing women’s participation, representation in governance Juliet Akoje in Abuja. The Speaker of the House of Representatives, has emphasized the importance of empowering women as a strategic move for Nigeria’s economic growth. This stance is in line with his legislative agenda which focuses on promoting economic development and unlocking Nigeria’s potential.
Abbas during his keynote address at the International Legislative Dialogue on Women and the Constitution Amendment Process in Nigeria, which was organised by the House Committee on the Review of the Constitution in collaboration with Policy And Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) with support from the European Union in Abuja on Monday said it is disheartening that females are low in numbers at the National Assembly. He said: “Today represents a meaningful step forward in our collective commitment to inclusive governance and national progress.” He noted that the dialogue was “not for rhetoric but to establish a clear and actionable path toward meaningful reform.
” He said: “Our goal is to ensure that Nigerian women, an essential part of our nation’s social and economic fabric, secure their rightful place within our governance framework. Empowering women is not only a moral and democratic imperative but also a strategic economic necessity.” Abbas further referenced researches from global institutions, including the United Nations and the World Economic Forum, which show that orga.