Federal Ministryof Women Affairs
We coordinate national policy, advocacy, and intervention to mainstream gender equality and child protection into Nigeria's development, guided by the National Gender Policy, the VAPP Act, and CEDAW.
To help build a Nigerian society that guarantees equal access to social, economic, and wealth-creation opportunities to all, irrespective of gender, and that places a premium on the protection of the child, the aged, and persons with disabilities.
We focus the attention of key operators in both the private and public sectors on mainstreaming the concerns of these groups into Nigeria's national development process.
Oversees the Ministry's affairs with a strong background in public service. Committed to advancing gender equality, protecting women's rights, and implementing policies that promote inclusion nationwide.
Brings extensive experience in public administration and policy implementation, working closely with the Minister to execute programmes that advance gender equality and protect women's rights.
The broad mandate of the Ministry is to advise government on gender and children's issues, and issues affecting persons with disabilities and the aged, while initiating policy guidelines and leading the process of gender equality and mainstreaming at both the national and international levels.
Formulate and implement comprehensive policies on gender equality and women's empowerment.
Advocate for women's rights and ensure their active participation in all sectors of society.
Coordinate programmes for children's welfare, protection, and development across the nation.
Support the integration and empowerment of persons with disabilities in society.
Develop and implement strategies for elderly care and support systems.
Collaborate with international organisations on gender equality and social development issues.
The Ministry shares new dashboard data tracking child protection indicators across Nigeria's states.
The Permanent Secretary represented the Minister at the Ministry of Justice's review of the Child Rights Act.
A 9-member Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit Committee was inaugurated to strengthen ethical governance.
The Minister sent congratulations to Nigeria's national women's football team on their record-breaking win.
A society is only as strong as the protection it gives its women and children. That protection starts with knowing, accurately and in real time, what is actually happening.
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Federal Ministry of Women Affairs · Official video
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