2023: The group deplores the low participation of Nigerian women in politics
Just over two months before the general elections in Nigeria, a non-partisan group, ElectHer, has deplored the low participation of women in politics in the country.
The group's founder, Ibijoke Faborode, also challenged what she described as cultural stereotypes that plague women in Nigeria, including those interested in politics.
Ms Faborode said this at a gala dinner organized by the group in collaboration with the European Union on the theme "We are Nigeria" on Wednesday.
She added that her group had unveiled a series of initiatives to support Nigerian women in politics.
To this end, Ms. Faborode and other speakers at the event advocated for greater participation of women in Nigerian politics.
While reiterating that her organization is non-partisan, she said she is more concerned with creating a safe space for women in politics, mobilizing resources and fostering attitudinal change.
“We want to make sure that people understand that without women there is no Nigeria. Essentially, we are thinking of ways to create a platform that can change the narrative and prejudice against women women in politics,” she said.
ElectHer boss Akintoye Akindele in his remarks noted that Nigerian women are making strides in different facets of the economy but need to be more included in politics.
He said: "In terms of education, women get the right education in terms of exposure and the right exposures in terms of business and entrepreneurship, there are more women entrepreneurs than men in terms of leadership from the community base to the top, women are more inclusive of managing families, managing communities.”
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Mr. Akindele noted that Nigerian women have excelled in political office and even fought wars in the past and are natural leaders.
He said, "Women lead governments, lead the military, lead businesses and lead families. Women are capable; it's time we had a balanced conversation where men and women can have a robust conversation that is inclusive and ensures that the future we all create is a future we all build together."
He also reiterated the mission of ElectHer which includes tackling the under-representation of women in politics in Nigeria and Africa.
EU Ambassador to Nigeria, Samuela Isopi, commended ElectHer for its efforts to encourage women to join politics and affirmed its support for the continued promotion of more women.
Photo caption: Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria, James Christoff (left), journalist and broadcaster, Laila Johnson-Salami; ElectHer founder, Ibijoke Faborode and actor, Sam Adegoke
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Just over two months before the general elections in Nigeria, a non-partisan group, ElectHer, has deplored the low participation of women in politics in the country.
The group's founder, Ibijoke Faborode, also challenged what she described as cultural stereotypes that plague women in Nigeria, including those interested in politics.
Ms Faborode said this at a gala dinner organized by the group in collaboration with the European Union on the theme "We are Nigeria" on Wednesday.
She added that her group had unveiled a series of initiatives to support Nigerian women in politics.
To this end, Ms. Faborode and other speakers at the event advocated for greater participation of women in Nigerian politics.
While reiterating that her organization is non-partisan, she said she is more concerned with creating a safe space for women in politics, mobilizing resources and fostering attitudinal change.
“We want to make sure that people understand that without women there is no Nigeria. Essentially, we are thinking of ways to create a platform that can change the narrative and prejudice against women women in politics,” she said.
ElectHer boss Akintoye Akindele in his remarks noted that Nigerian women are making strides in different facets of the economy but need to be more included in politics.
He said: "In terms of education, women get the right education in terms of exposure and the right exposures in terms of business and entrepreneurship, there are more women entrepreneurs than men in terms of leadership from the community base to the top, women are more inclusive of managing families, managing communities.”
READ ALSO:
Mr. Akindele noted that Nigerian women have excelled in political office and even fought wars in the past and are natural leaders.
He said, "Women lead governments, lead the military, lead businesses and lead families. Women are capable; it's time we had a balanced conversation where men and women can have a robust conversation that is inclusive and ensures that the future we all create is a future we all build together."
He also reiterated the mission of ElectHer which includes tackling the under-representation of women in politics in Nigeria and Africa.
EU Ambassador to Nigeria, Samuela Isopi, commended ElectHer for its efforts to encourage women to join politics and affirmed its support for the continued promotion of more women.
Photo caption: Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria, James Christoff (left), journalist and broadcaster, Laila Johnson-Salami; ElectHer founder, Ibijoke Faborode and actor, Sam Adegoke
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