Lobby Lawmakers To Fastrack Gender Sensitive Laws Passage-Comrade Ike

Vice Chairman of the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), FCT Correspondents
Chapel,Comrade Grace Ike has advocated proactive lobbying of National Assembly members to pass gender-sensitive laws aimed at safeguarding and advancing women’s rights across all sectors of the Nigerian society.

Comrade Grace Ike made the call in Abuja, during the commemoration of the
International Women’s Day 2024, tagged: ‘Together ensure inclusivity, loud her voice’, organized by the Female Journalists Network in collaboration with Nigeria Association of Women Journalists, NAWOJ, FCT Chapter.

In her address tagged: Together we will do more: ‘this year we shall do everything together as Women’, Comrade Ike who doubles as Chairman, House of Representatives’ Press Corps commended the resilience of Female Journalists and other women folk for breaking barriers and making their voices heard in the traditionally male-dominated spaces in the country.

“This year is special as we are gathered to give a united amplification to our collective yearnings and desires. Particularly the secret pain and muffled ambitions of women. This year we shall speak truth to power. We shall speak to each other as we speak for each other. This journey is a collective one and we shall move as one united and unbreakable vanguard.

“Dear sisters, it is an honor to address you all on this great occasion of the 2024 International Women’s Day celebration, organized by the Female Journalists Network. As we gather under the theme ‘Together: Ensure inclusivity, loud her voice,’ we are reminded of the indispensable role women play in shaping our society and charting the course towards a more inclusive and equitable world. This year, our words would become action and a force that will pull us all to the promise land. There is just one bend before we get to the end of the tunnel and I see light already”.

“As the Chairman of the House of Representatives Press Corps in Nigeria, and the Vice chairman of the Correspondents’ chapel of the FCT, I stand before you as a testament to the progress women have made in breaking barriers and making their voices heard in traditionally male-dominated spaces. I have also worked with female lawmakers, wives of top politicians and great women who have excelled as professionals.”

While pursuing gender equality, Comrade Ike tasked the women folk not to waver in their commitment to challenge injustice, discrimination, and inequality at every turn.

“Inclusivity is not a fleeting notion but a cornerstone upon which our movement thrives. By embracing diverse voices and perspectives, we sow the seeds of a future where every woman flourishes”.

“Let us also pay homage to the indispensable role of female journalists in shaping narratives and amplifying our voices. Their unwavering dedication to illuminating our struggles merits our unswerving support and appreciation”.

She urged for the empowerment of female journalists, emphasizing the importance of providing them with necessary tools and opportunities for success.

According to her, Comprehensive training and mentorship programs are vital for nurturing their talents and amplifying their voices.

“Let’s intensify our advocacy for gender parity in media representation to promote a more inclusive and diverse dialogue”.

I commend each woman for her resilience, for every scar borne is a testament to our collective strength, and every tear shed, a tribute to our shared journey. The dawn of victory draws near, beckoning us to celebrate the triumphs of women everywhere”.

“Let us pledge to march forward hand in hand, amplifying her voice and forging a future where every woman thrives. Together, we possess the power to realize our dreams and shape a brighter tomorrow for generations to come,” Comrade Ike urged.

Oduyemi Odumade, Edited By Grace Namiji