Speaker Abbas: Women’s Reserved Seats in N’Assembly Are an Investment in Nigeria’s Future
Abbas Pushes for Women’s Reserved Seats in National Assembly Speaker Tajudeen Abbas has declared that creating reserved legislative seats for women is not just about fairness but a strategic investment in Nigeria’s future, as the National Assembly considers multiple bills to boost female representation. 🗳️ Key Proposals: HB 1189, HB 1349, HB 1421, HB 1811 – Bills for women’s reserved seats Sunset clause (16-year review period) No displacement of current lawmakers "When women sit at the table, the table becomes stronger." — Speaker Abbas Why This Matters 📊 Current Reality: Less than 5% women in Nigeria’s National Assembly Ranked 181/193 globally for female parliamentary representation 💡 Impact of More Women in Politics:✔ Better laws on healthcare, education, and social welfare✔ Stronger focus on entrepreneurship and community security✔ More inclusive and balanced governance How It Would Work 📜 Proposed Models: Additional Seats – Extra slots for women in Senate, House, and State Assemblies Regional Special Seats – Reserved for […]