President Bola Tinubu has pledged decisive action to increase women’s representation in Nigeria’s National Assembly, endorsing calls for special seats for women and promising gender‑sensitive policy measures, as reported by LEADERSHIP on Sunday March 29, 2026.
Speaking at the All Progressives Congress convention at Eagles Square, Tinubu said women are essential to the nation’s growth, stability and development.
He recounted a conversation with his wife, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, who questioned why women were absent from prominent roles at the event, and said he would act to correct the imbalance.
Tinubu said, “Just a few minutes ago, my wife asked me, Why is it that there are only men moving motions? What about the special place for women? I assured her we would move decisively on that.”
Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to enhancing women’s participation in governance, stressing that their contributions are vital to the nation’s advancement.
Addressing party members, he declared that women’s role in Nigeria’s success, growth, and stability remains indispensable.
The president’s endorsement comes amid growing advocacy from civil society and some lawmakers for structural reforms to boost female representation, including reserved or special seats in the legislature. Read_More…