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"Even out of those 23 states, only two — Lagos and Akwa Ibom — are implementing the law."
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Zainab Maina"Nation-building is a task that requires the contributions of all citizens regardless of their gender"
Hajiya Zainab Maina, FCIA, MFR was the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. She was appointed in July 2011.
Hajiya Zainab Maina, FCIA, MFR was the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. She was appointed in July 2011.
View all quotes by Zainab Maina"Even out of those 23 states, only two — Lagos and Akwa Ibom — are implementing the law."
"A major step towards achieving the vision of ensuring gender equality begins with the enactment of laws that would protect women."
"An overview data of reported cases in Gender Based Violence generated from 18 states of the federation and covering the six geo-political zones in 2010 revealed that out of 479 reported cases, the results was as follows"
"In Abuja on Tuesday that the need for women to be included in politics and governance is key for ensuring a sustainable future."
"Perhaps, it’s time we the Nigerian women told our male counterparts that they cannot continue clapping with one hand and deceive themselves that they are making a sound. Nation-building is a task that requires the contributions of all citizens regardless of their gender."
"As mothers, wives, sisters, and daughters you carry a lot of burdens but keep faith in your role as the stronger gender."