Engagement on Women’s Political Representation Underscores Need for Reform
Source: Plac
On Thursday, 10th July 2025, the House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, in collaboration with the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) and with support from the European Union in Nigeria, hosted a Legislative Dinner on advancing women’s political representation in Nigeria with women legislators from the State Houses of Assembly, representatives from the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and women groups.
The evening brought together lawmakers, government officials, civil society partners, and members of the diplomatic community to discuss the Special Seats Bill, a constitution alteration bill aimed at improving women’s representation in Nigeria’s legislature.
In his opening remarks, Clement Nwankwo, Executive Director of PLAC, described the proposed legislation as potentially the most important since Nigeria’s independence in 1960, highlighting its transformative potential for more inclusive governance. He also commended the efforts of the Deputy Speaker in driving the process of its passage forward.
Also speaking at the event, Ambassador Gautier Mignot, Head of the European Union Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, emphasized that the Special Seats Bill is not a favour to women but a critical step toward better governance for all Nigerians. He stated that the bill would mark a historic milestone for the country, underscoring the EU’s strong support for measures that promote equity and strengthen democratic institutions.
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On Thursday, 10th July 2025, the House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution, in collaboration with the Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) and with support from the European Union in Nigeria, hosted a Legislative Dinner on advancing women’s political representation in Nigeria with women legislators from the State Houses of Assembly, representatives from the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and women groups.
The evening brought together lawmakers, government officials, civil society partners, and members of the diplomatic community to discuss the Special Seats Bill, a constitution alteration bill aimed at improving women’s representation in Nigeria’s legislature.
In his opening remarks, Clement Nwankwo, Executive Director of PLAC, described the proposed legislation as potentially the most important since Nigeria’s independence in 1960, highlighting its transformative potential for more inclusive governance. He also commended the efforts of the Deputy Speaker in driving the process of its passage forward.
Also speaking at the event, Ambassador Gautier Mignot, Head of the European Union Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, emphasized that the Special Seats Bill is not a favour to women but a critical step toward better governance for all Nigerians. He stated that the bill would mark a historic milestone for the country, underscoring the EU’s strong support for measures that promote equity and strengthen democratic institutions.
Full article published here.