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@ifykmba @womenfundng @OpenSocietyAfr After Implementing gender quotas in political representation to increase women's participation in decision-making processes, will their be laws guiding their decisions?

The Citizenship Bill seeks to amend section 26 of the constitution to grant foreign husbands of Nigerian women the same rights as foreign wives of Nigerian men, as guaranteed in section 26(2)(a). @womenfundng @OpenSocietyAfr #TIGN

The Indigeneship Bill addresses amongst others sections 31 and 318(1), allowing women to claim their husbands' state of origin after at least five years of marriage. @womenfundng @OpenSocietyAfr #TIGN

The Ministerial or Commissioner Nomination Bill aims to amend various sections, including section 147 and 192, to ensure that at least 35 percent of nominees are women. @womenfundng @OpenSocietyAfr #TIGN

Q3. @LovethBala1 Why is it important for Nigeria to prioritize the passage of the pending Gender Bills to address gender disparities in governance? #TIGN @OpenSocietyAfr @abani_blessing @ifykmba @BeebbeeA

Q2. @LovethBala1 How can social media and digital advocacy campaigns be leveraged to raise awareness about the Gender Bills and mobilize public support for their passage and implementation? #TIGN @OpenSocietyAfr @abani_blessing @ifykmba @BeebbeeA

Social media is now accessible by many people across the globe and with the help of it, it is possible push the force of gender bills in to action. We can do that effectively Create a strong, consistent narrative. Host peer-to-peer campaigns. #TIGN @abani_blessing @ifykmba

- Organizing workshops, seminars, and conferences to facilitate dialogue and exchange of ideas on gender issues. - Developing communication campaigns using various media platforms to reach a wider audience. #TIGN

Also, it serves as a catalyst for empowering women, encouraging their active involvement in politics, leadership, and other sectors traditionally dominated by men while fostering a more inclusive society and advancing gender equality in Nigeria. @womenfundng @OpenSocietyAfr #TIGN

By ensuring a minimum quota of 35% representation, it creates opportunities for women to have a voice in policy formulation and implementation processes. This not only enhances the diversity of perspectives but also addresses the gender imbalance in governance @OpenSocietyAfr

Civil society organizations (CSOs) and grassroots movements can contribute to the implementation and monitoring of the National Gender Policy by: - Conducting advocacy campaigns to raise awareness about gender issues and the importance of the policy. #TIGN @OpenSocietyAfr

The 35% affirmative action is a provision that mandates a minimum of 35% representation of women in decision-making positions in government and other sectors; tackling the historical underrep of women in leadership roles and to promote equality. @womenfundng @OpenSocietyAfr

Q1. @ifykmba How can civil society organizations and grassroots movements actively contribute to the implementation and monitoring of the National Gender Policy at the local and national levels? #TIGN @OpenSocietyAfr @LovethBala1 @abani_blessing @BeebbeeA