The Canadian Government has donated N2.6 billion to step up the participation of women in Nigeria’s politics.
The donation was announced yesterday by James Christoff, the Canadian High Commissioner to Nigeria in Abuja at a dialogue with traditional leaders, organised by the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator to Nigeria and the UN Women. NAIRAMETRICS reports.
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According to NAN, Mr Christoff added that the money would be contributed for a period of four years under Canada’s Advance Women Political Participation in Nigeria project.
“Canada strongly believes that supporting the empowerment of women and girls is the best way to embrace peaceful and a more prosperous Nigeria. Information Guide Nigeria
“Having 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 recognise the strategic role that you can play as traditional leaders.
“To create an enabling environment by embracing positive attitudes and questioning negative stereotypes of women in politics and encourage women participation at all levels.
“Through 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. jamb results
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“As traditional leaders, we enjoin your support to advocate for women support in the coming elections, use your influence to promote violence-free elections, and denounce violence against women,” Mr Christoff said.
Also speaking at the gathering, Mr Matthias Schmale, UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator to Nigeria, said to attain inclusive democracy in Nigeria, there needs to be full and equitable participation of all citizens, including women.
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