Ms Eyong described the proposed Reserve Seats Bill before the National Assembly as a major opportunity for transformative inclusion of women in politics.
UN secretary-general António Guterres has called on women to accelerate progress toward water and sanitation for all.
The UN chief made a blunt appeal, saying, “The United Nations is the place. Next week is the time. Leaders must get serious – and deliver.”
Over 350 million women and girls could still be living in extreme poverty by the end of the decade if current trends persist.
Ms Abimbola emphasised the transformative power of gender equality.
The federal government says it will support initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality and empowering women in the workplace.
Mr Oti said that he had spent N3.5 million for the one week he was at Lagoon Hospital, Lagos.
The Mongolian president said that as of June, women lead 26 countries, hold 26.5 per cent of parliamentary seats, and occupy 22 per cent of ministerial positions.
Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, has said rights of women regarding gender equality are not to be violated for they deserve equal treatment
“Complications associated with pregnancy and labour continue to be the leading cause of maternal mortality.”
