The Chairman of Abuja Municipal Area Council, AMAC, in the Federal Capital Territory Administration, FCTA, Christopher Zakka Maikalangu has promised to sustain the participation of women in governance.
In a statement signed by the Senior Special Assistant to the Chairman on Media and Public Affairs, Kingsley Madaki made available to Journalists in Abuja, the chairman maintained that gender equity would continue to receive the topmost priority of his administration in the years ahead.
Maikalangu said “Our administration facilitated the appointment many women in my cabinet and most the heads of departments presently in the council are women.
“Apart from that, I have also appointed female as Special Adviser for Women Affairs, Consultant on Development Partner and ICT, SSA’s, SA’s, and protocol.”
He added, that the International Women Day Celebration which started in 1911 is targeted at showcasing the economic, social and cultural achievements of the womenfolk world over.
“Though despite the heights attained by women in education, medical sciences, sports entrepreneurship and leadership, women still face violence and discrimination in several spheres of life.
“It time for us to work hard to break down these barriers and ensure that all women, regardless of their background, have the chance to reach their full potential in our society.”
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