Kafilat Ogbara

“Women’s representation is not just a gender issue, it’s a national development issue. When women are empowered, the nation is empowered.”

“President Tinubu remains the only Nigerian leader who supported his wife to run for the Senate, successfully, three times. Today, she serves in the National Assembly.”

“When we talk about gender equality, women’s political participation must be a core part of that conversation. If we claim to practice democracy, yet women’s participation in politics remains low, then, we are not experiencing true democracy.”

“So far, my assessment is that Nigerian women do participate in politics. However, when it comes to sharing the actual benefits or positions of power, they are often completely excluded. In many political gatherings, women make up the majority of attendees. Yet, they are mostly relegated to roles such as dancers, clappers, or singers. What I’m emphasising today is that meaningful political participation by women is essential. It is a prerequisite for achieving genuine democracy.”