In a significant move toward advancing gender equality, key government figures in Nigeria have pledged their commitment to implementing comprehensive policies to enhance the inclusion of the girl child across various sectors.
This commitment was made at the 6th edition of The Osasu Show(TOS) symposium with the theme “Girls Today Leaders Tomorrow: advancing women representation through policy, held at the national assembly library, Abuja, involving notable leaders, including Vice President, Kashim Shettima; Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Sa’adu Abubakar; Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and House of Representatives Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu among other dignitaries.
The leaders emphasised the urgent need to foster environments where girls can thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of the socio-economic challenges they may face.
They acknowledged that addressing issues such as education, healthcare, and economic empowerment for girls is crucial for the holistic development of the nation.
One of the focal points of their conversations was the proposal to prioritise the allocation of reserved seats for women in both national and state assemblies. This move aims to ensure that women’s voices are adequately represented in the decision-making processes that shape the future of the country.
