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The Government of Canada<\/a> on Monday announced a donation of N2.6 billion (about eight million Canadian dollars) for the advancement of women’s participation in politics<\/a> in Nigeria.<\/p>\n

Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria, James Christoff made this known in Abuja during a high-level dialogue with traditional leaders, organized by the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator to Nigeria and the UN Women.<\/p>\n

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the high-level dialogue by the UN agencies seeks to urge traditional leaders to intensify efforts toward ending violence against women in the country.<\/p>\n

Christoff, represented by Djifa Ahado, Head of Cooperation, Canadian Embassy Abuja, said that the funds would be contributed for a period of four years under Canada\u2019s Advance Women Political Participation in Nigeria project.<\/p>\n

Christoff said that Canada and the UN recognize the important role traditional leaders play as custodians of tradition, hence the need to indulge them in advocating for women\u2019s rights.<\/p>\n

\u201cCanada strongly believes that supporting the empowerment of women and girls is the best way to embrace peace and a more prosperous Nigeria.<\/p>\n

\u201cHaving women at the table to play a critical role in decision making, especially at the political level is a key priority. As custodians of tradition and culture, we recognize the strategic role that you can play as traditional leaders.<\/p>\n

\u201cTo create an enabling environment by embracing positive attitudes and questioning negative stereotypes of women in politics and encourage women participation at all levels.<\/p>\n

\u201cThrough this project to advance women’s political participation in Nigeria, Canada is contributing eight million Canadian dollars, that is, 2.6 billion naira over four years to increase the participation, election, and appointment of women in Nigeria both in the 2023 electoral cycle.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs traditional leaders, we enjoin your support to advocate for women’s support in the coming elections, use your influence to promote violence-free elections, and denounce violence against women,\u201d Christoff said.<\/p>\n

UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator to Nigeria, Matthias Schmale, said that the full and equitable participation of all citizens, including women, was essential to building a strong, vibrant and inclusive democracy in Nigeria.<\/p>\n

Schmale said that it was on that note that the UN agencies with the support of the Canadian government organised the dialogue with traditional leaders just six months before Nigeria\u2019s 2023 general elections.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe full and effective participation of women in governance and decision-making opportunities is globally recognized as a key driver in achieving Sustainable development.<\/p>\n

\u201cWomen constitute half of the population of Nigeria and contribute significantly to national and economic development.<\/p>\n

\u201cUnfortunately, their participation remains insignificant in the formal and informal structures of government where decisions regarding the use of societal resources generated by men and women are being made.<\/p>\n

\u201cWomen\u2019s ability to participate in politics is being hampered by numerous constraints. Negative stereotypes, sometimes perpetuated by culture and tradition lays a real and significant role in women’s political marginalization.<\/p>\n

\u201cViolence against women in politics and in elections must be addressed with a sense of urgency, especially as we approach the 2023 elections.<\/p>\n

\u201cRoyal Highnesses and Majesties, you are key to shifting social norms and driving the critical change needed to end electoral gender-based violence and enhancing women\u2019s participation in the upcoming elections,\u201d Schmale said.<\/p>\n

UN Women Representative to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Beatrice Eyong, said that Nigeria had been an active democracy since 1999 without women actively participating in politics.<\/p>\n

She, however, noted that traditional rulers could play critical roles in changing these narratives, being protectors of their subjects.<\/p>\n

\u201cFrom 1999 elections till date, we have seen only a marginal increase in the number of women representatives in elective and appointive positions.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere has, however, been higher inclusion of women in the private\/ banking sectors. if we extend this to other sectors, we will see better results.<\/p>\n

\u201cTraditional rulers can play sensitization of their communities against these different types of violence against women, organize strong advocacy campaigns with government and political parties for appropriate laws, policies, and protective measures.<\/p>\n

\u201cEnact traditional legislation to prevent, fight, judge, and punish perpetrators, organize meetings with women aspirants, support gender-responsive electoral management, promote political education of women, girls, men, and boys in their communities,\u201d Eyong said.<\/p>\n

Speaking on behalf of the traditional rulers, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar, the Etsu of Nupe,\u00a0 pledged their commitment to ensuring the active participation of women in politics, especially during the 2023 general elections<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Abubakar said that after the dialogue, they would come up with a strong communique which would be presented to the relevant authorities for the next line of action.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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