The recently revised Nigerian National Gender Policy (NGP) represents a significant evolution from its predecessor, the 2006 version, by encompassing a broader range of regional and international standards and agreements that Nigeria has committed to upholding.
The recently revised Nigerian National Gender Policy represents a significant evolution from its predecessor, the 2006 version, by encompassing a broader range of regional and international standards and agreements that Nigeria has committed to upholding.
Some of the set targets include fully implementing the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women by 2025, ensuring 80 percent adoption of the NGP by federal ministries and agencies, and achieving full adoption of the NGP by state governments and their institutions by 2025. However, given the deadline’s proximity, meeting these goals by 2025 appears unlikely.
A 2023 investigation by Dargic Communications revealed the persistent marginalisation and oppression of women in federal-level positions and promotions, casting doubt on the likelihood of achieving the NGP adoption target of 80 per cent among federal MDAs. Interviews conducted across various federal ministries, including those managing foreign affairs, the environment, and agriculture, unveiled a hiring process often reliant on referrals from influential individuals in society.
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