RHFAN Urges Support for Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Seeks 35% Affirmative Action for Women in Nigerian Politics

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RHFAN Urges Support for Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Seeks 35% Affirmative Action for Women in Nigerian Politics

The Renewed Hope Female Aspirants Network (RHFAN) has called on the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu to establish mechanisms that promote gender equality, expand electoral opportunities for female aspirants, and provide capacity development and funding support for women in politics.As part of its ongoing efforts to advance womens representation in Nigerian politics, the group is advocating for the implementation of a 35% affirmative action policy in political appointments across all levels of government.RHFAN organized a world press briefing in Abuja on Monday, themed From Aspiration to Representation: A Renewed Hope for Inclusive Political Participation.In her combined welcome address, the National Coordinator of RHFAN, Hon. Tonbra Sebrina Ekiotenne, stated that increased female participation in decision-making leads to more inclusive governance, responsive policies, and sustainable national development.She emphasized that Nigeria cannot achieve its full potential while half of its population remains underrepresented in governance.She therefore called on political parties, government institutions, and all relevant stakeholders to move beyond rhetoric and commit to measurable inclusion of women in both elective and appointive positions.As women, we are not just beneficiaries of this visionwe are key drivers of it.At RHFAN, we are committed to identifying, supporting, and empowering women across Nigeria to take their rightful place in leadership, she said.The keynote speaker and National Spokesperson of RHFAN, Dr. Judith Etuk Ogbara, emphasized the need for deliberate inclusion of women in decision-making positions.She noted that the group aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu, which prioritizes national development and democratic consolidation.The groups key demands include increased political appointments for women, stronger support for female candidates contesting elective positions, and broader inclusion of women across all sectors.RHFAN also advocates for structured capacity-building initiatives and sustainable funding support for female aspirants.Dr. Ogbara highlighted that RHFANs initiatives are already fostering optimism for a more inclusive democracy.According to her, the network is actively mobilizing, mentoring, and supporting women across Nigerias geopolitical zones.While acknowledging what she described as a positive response from the government, she stressed the need for concrete actions, including policy reforms and institutional support systems that will enable more women to participate meaningfully in politics.She further noted that RHFAN remains committed to collaborating with government agencies, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders to build a more inclusive political landscapeone where women play central roles in shaping Nigerias future.*Signed;*Hon. Fatima HammanNational Director, Youth Mobilization & MediaRHFAN31st of March, 2026The post RHFAN Urges Support for Tinubus Renewed Hope Agenda, Seeks 35% Affirmative Action for Women in Nigerian Politics appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.
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