This initiative could involve advocating for laws that mandate or incentivize gender representation in leadership positions, economic opportunities, and other spheres of influence.

Federal Capital Territory, FCT, senator, Ireti Kingibe, has emphasized the need for new legislation in Nigeria to ensure the inclusion of women in governance.

Kingibe highlighted that countries with women in governance demonstrate a direct correlation between economic development and women’s participation in policy and decision-making.

When they ask for three delegates from each Ward, they’ll just bring male delegates.“Immediately the parties say three delegates from each Ward, but one must be a woman, they’ll start to bring in the women.

1. Economic Diversification: Promoting diversification away from oil dependency by investing in sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, and technology.
2. Infrastructure Development: Enhancing infrastructure such as roads, power, and broadband to support economic growth and attract investments.
3. Job Creation: Implementing policies and initiatives that stimulate job creation, particularly for the youth population.
4. Fiscal Discipline: Ensuring prudent management of public finances, reducing wastage, and improving transparency.
5. Investment in Human Capital: Prioritizing education, healthcare, and skills development to enhance productivity and competitiveness.
6. Business Environment: Simplifying regulations, reducing bureaucracy, and promoting ease of doing business to attract local and foreign investments.
7. Security and Stability: Ensuring peace and security to create a conducive environment for economic activities and investments.
8. Corruption Control: Implementing measures to curb corruption, improve governance, and enhance accountability in public institutions.

These actions, if effectively implemented, could help lay the groundwork for sustainable economic growth and development in Nigeria.