“As many countries head to the polls this year, we all must put women first, at the pinnacle of power.’’
Mehjabeen Alarakhia, UN Women’s regional adviser on Women’s Economic Empowerment for East and Southern Africa, said this on Tuesday.
The figure is likely to be higher as many more are reported dead under the rubble.
Mr Wonneh said the symposium was a global campaign to end violence against women in 2023.
On Thursday, stakeholders advocated mainstreaming gender in addressing Nigeria’s peace and security challenges.
Mr Schmale reiterated that there was a need to secure commitments from governments.
The earthquake in Nepal deeply saddened UN secretary general Antonio Guterres, said his spokesman.
“The policy will also protect women’s human rights and mitigate sexual and gender-based violence through appropriate buffers and related services.”
The UN Women showcased various technological innovations by young women and men that advanced gender equality and women’s empowerment in Nigeria.
Ms Balogun-Alexander has more than 30 years of experience working on and leading humanitarian, peace and development projects at a senior level globally.
