Lawmaker advocates women inclusion in governance

A member of the House of Representatives, Rep. Regina Akume (APC-Benue) on Saturday, canvassed the inclusion of more women in governance in Nigeria and Africa, to ensure sustainable development.

Akume who made the call while hosting Alia Alliance Women Wing, a political group in Abuja, said there is no way the continent would attain sustainable development without full participation of women in governance.

According to her, this is what motivated her to be part of the movement for the 35 per cent affirmative action.

Akume who represents Gboko, Tarkaa Federal Constituency in Benue, advised women to work for the common good of all citizens.

“I appeal to women, please do not just leave me alone, stand by me like you have always done so that we will give Nigeria the best.

“I appreciate Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, for her resilience in the struggle for women’s development.

“I pledge to support her and call on other women to support her achieve her goals and aspirations for women in the country,” she said.

The lawmaker who is the wife of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, expressed optimism that the administration of President Bola Tinubu would excel in service to the nation

She pledged to encourage her husband to ensure that they deliver the best for Nigeria.

“God brought us to this position, I know God knows what we can do, the people of Benue and Nigerians will see the best of this man called George Akume.

“And having had that kind of civil service training he went on to become Governor twice and senator three times and a minister.

“He is loaded with ideas, this is the time that Nigeria will see the good of this man who is selfless,” she said.

Ealier, the leader of the group, Ms Grace Iorlaha, advised the Rep. member not to relent in her struggle for the girl child, women and youth.

She said that members of the group would support her and her husband to excell in their various assignments.

Iorlaha expressed confidence that the SGF and the lawmaker will provide quality leadership and successfully deliver on their mandates.

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