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25 Years of democracy: Dabiri-Erewa calls for more encouragement and support for women in politics
25 Years of democracy: Dabiri-Erewa calls for more encouragement and support for women in politics
By: Michael Mike
Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa has described Nigeria’s rating as the lowest in terms of women in elective positions in Africa as disappointing, calling for more intentional support by political parties and the parliament for women to narrow the gap with the men.
Speaking as a Special Guest at the Lagos State House of Assembly Complex in Ikeja, where she delivered a speech on “The Role of Women in Nation Building” to commemorate 25 years of democratic governance in Nigeria, Dabiri-Erewa noted that out of over 1,300 elective positions at the state and federal levels, less than five per cent are women, saying that the statistics rather than increased , continue to diminish over the years.
She called on Political parties to be sincere and intentional about getting women into elective positions , adding that Nigeria had more than enough gifted and competent women for any elective political office in Nigeria.
She also called on the Parliament to give their backing to women friendly legislation, while calling on women professionals in all walks of life to participate actively in the political space.
She noted that: “if you are not on the table , you will be on the menu “
The NIDCOM boss commended women who have risen to top positions in Nigeria through their hard work, tenacity, and zeal.
She emphasized that women should take mentorship seriously , and serve as role models to younger generations, paving the way for aspiring young women to occupy various positions in the society.
She applauded the Speaker of Lagos state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Dr. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa, for the well organized event, and expressed her hope that deserving women would be given opportunities to contribute to national development.
Dabiri-Erewa stressed that Nigerian women are the cornerstone of society, describing them as beacons of creativity, peace, and determination.
She praised the intelligence, brilliance and energy of women, noting that Nigerian women rank among the best in the world.
She called on Nigerian women to put their best forward and urged women in various professions to participate actively in politics.
The event which was hosted by the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa was attended by the wife of Lagos state Governor, Dr. Ibironke Sanwo-Olu, former governors, former deputy governors, past and serving assembly members, party leaders, party executives and members of the diplomatic corps.
25 Years of democracy: Dabiri-Erewa calls for more encouragement and support for women in politics
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA (OPFY) have recovered 164 rustled animals during clearance operations in Zamfara and Sokoto States.
Sources disclosed this on Thursday, saying the recoveries followed ambushes against terrorists moving livestock across communities.
The sources told Zagazola the troops, working with vigilantes, engaged terrorists attempting to move rustled animals from Talata Mafara LGA to Anka axis of Zamfara, recovering 21 sheep.
“Similarly, troops of 8 Division in conjunction with Keystone forces repelled terrorists who attacked Garbe Kanni village in Tureta LGA, Sokoto. A total of 143 sheep were recovered and a terrorist camp destroyed,” the sources said.
The animals have since been handed over to the chairmen of Bakura and Tureta LGAs for onward return to their rightful owners.
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of 3 Division/Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have arrested two notorious cattle rustlers and recovered arms and ammunition in Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama on Thursday in Jos that the operation followed credible intelligence on the activities of cattle rustlers in Kogul village, Mangu Local Government Area.
According to the sources, the troops raided the hideout of the suspects on Sept. 11 and arrested two of them. Items recovered include one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, one fabricated revolver rifle, 10 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition, one mobile phone and cash.
“The arrested suspects and recovered items are in the custody of the troops for investigation. Follow-up operations are ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal syndicate,” the sources said.
They added that the arrest was significant in curbing the menace of cattle rustling, which has often triggered crisis in Plateau and adjoining states.
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
Kidnapped victims rescued, terrorists neutralised in Sokoto and Zamfara
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA (OPFY) have rescued eight kidnapped victims and neutralised one terrorist in separate operations in Zamfara and Sokoto States.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops intercepted terrorists attempting to move kidnapped victims from Barkin Daji Forest to Bagega Forest in Bukkuyum Local Government Area (LGA).
It said the troops laid an ambush at a known crossing point between Tungar Miragumi and Zugu village, where contact was made and the terrorists engaged in a gun duel, forcing them to abandon their captives.
“All eight victims were successfully rescued and efforts are ongoing to reunite them with their families,” said the sources.
Kidnapped victims rescued, terrorists neutralised in Sokoto and Zamfara
Army recovers 164 rustled livestock in Zamfara, Sokoto
Troops arrest notorious cattle rustlers, recover arms in Plateau
Kidnapped victims rescued, terrorists neutralised in Sokoto and Zamfara
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