Will Nigeria’s 10th Assembly recalibrate or repeat history? A groundbreaking bill, HB 1349, seeks to revolutionize women’s representation in government by creating over 180 guaranteed seats nationwide.
This strategic intervention aims to dismantle underrepresentation and move women from tokenism to policy-making. With 74 new seats in the National Assembly and three dedicated seats per State House of Assembly, this bill offers a 16-year corrective window, expanding opportunities without displacing existing roles.
As Nigeria approaches the 2027 general elections, Nigerian women are poised to serve. This is a critical test: is the nation ready to harness its full talent pool and govern inclusively?
