Over 750 Nigerian women from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) are set to make a bold stand at the National Assembly on Monday, September 22, 2025, to push for the passage of the Special Seats Reserved for Women Bill.
This historic demonstration, organized by the Women’s Political Participation–Technical Working Group (WPP-TWG), aims to secure a constitutional amendment that guarantees women a more significant role in governance.
The march will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, before proceeding to the National Assembly Complex by 10:00 a.m. Here, they will formally present their memorandum to the Senate, urging for the urgent passage of the bill that advocates for reserved seats for women in political office.
Ebere Ifendu, Chairman of the WPP-TWG, expressed that this movement was about more than just increasing numbers in political positions. “The Reserved Seats Bill is not just about numbers; it’s about securing women’s rightful place in governance and ensuring their voices are heard where decisions that impact their lives are made,” she said.
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At noon, the group will host a high-level engagement with stakeholders and the media at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, continuing their efforts to demand inclusive governance and constitutional reform.
The coalition of women’s groups is calling on media outlets across the nation to provide strong support by covering the march extensively. Ifendu also urged journalists to serve as allies to this cause, amplifying the message of unity and solidarity across Nigeria.
“This is a collective demonstration of unity by women determined to be at the heart of Nigeria’s democracy,” she concluded.
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