HID Awolọwọ Foundation Hosts National Dialogue on Women in Politics!
Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa
The HID Awolọwọ Foundation has convened a national dialogue in Lagos to address the persistent underrepresentation of Nigerian women in politics, 30 years after the landmark Beijing Declaration on gender equality.
“Three decades on, we are still asking: where are the women in governance?” said Dr. Tokunbo Awolọwọ-Dosumu, Executive Director of the foundation.
Key Details:
- The event brought together female politicians, activists, scholars, and youth leaders to evaluate barriers facing women in Nigeria’s political space.
- Speakers highlighted structural, cultural, and economic obstacles, including party-level discrimination and electoral violence.
- The dialogue explored practical reforms—such as quota systems, campaign funding support, and legal protections—to enhance female political inclusion.
Why It Matters:
- Nigeria ranks low globally in women’s political participation, with less than 10% female representation in the National Assembly.
- Empowering women politically is key to inclusive development and democratic sustainability.
- Revisiting the Beijing Declaration serves as a reminder of Nigeria’s international commitments to gender equity.
What to Watch:
- Policy recommendations from the dialogue and potential legislative advocacy.
- Rising female political aspirants ahead of the 2027 elections.
- Engagement from political parties and electoral bodies on gender reforms.
Sources:
- HID Awolọwọ Foundation – November 2025 National Dialogue Brief
- The Guardian – “HID Foundation Pushes for Women’s Political Inclusion”
- Channels TV – “30 Years After Beijing, Nigerian Women Still Marginalised Politically”
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