The need for concerted efforts and collaboration to create more inclusive and equitable society where women can thrive and reach their full potentials has been echoed.
At the National Association of Women judges of Nigeria, South-South Zonal workshop in yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Governor Douye Diri, the President, National Association of Women judges of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun among other speakers, gave insight on why there must be roburst steps in encouraging women to take up and succeed in leadership roles, particularly in the legal profession.
The Conference of the National Association of Women Judges of Nigeria brought together key actors who have made remarkable impacts in the Nigerian justice system.
NUJ FCT Loses Treasurer/ ASO Radio Broadcaster Aisha Kadala
At the opening ceremony, the President, National Association of women Judges of Nigeria emphasized the significant role female jurists and attorneys play in the country’s justice system, irrespective of the challenges they face as women in the society.
The Keynote speaker, Justice Elfrieda Williams-Dawodu gave insight on how systemic barriers and biases were the persistent bane making women remain underrepresented.
The Guest of honour, Governor Douye Diri declared the two-day event open.
He said that he was a strong advocate of gender equality and that is why his administration implemented various initiatives to support women.
(Editor: Ebuwa Omo-Osagie)
