The Federal Ministry of Youth Development, in collaboration with the Girls and Youth Re-integration Network (GYRIN) and UN Women, is set to celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 with a virtual discussion on gender equality and women’s empowerment.

Themed “FOR ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment,” the event will feature a panel discussion under the topic “Accelerate Actions: 30 Years After Beijing Process, Gaps and Emerging Issues in Advancing Women & Girls Right and Gender Equality.”

Among the distinguished speakers at the event is Hon. Rinsola Abiola, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Citizenship and Leadership, alongside other notable figures such as:

Adekem Omole – Convener, Gender Policy and Innovation Center

Eniola Badmus – SA to the Senate President on Social Influence & Reputational Management

Engr. Adejare Ibrahim – Public Health Expert

Lara Owoyele-Wise – Media Personality

Akeju Olorunishola – Author/Poet

Amb. Dr. Opeyemi Marcellina Adedire Anjorin – Gender Advocate

Maimuna Ummi Abdullahi – Self-Employment/Mental Health Coach

The session will be moderated by:

Eberechi Sam Okereke – Federal Team Lead, Innovative Media

Kehinde Charity Awujoola – Special Assistant to the Innovation Minister of Youth

The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 4 PM, and will be hosted on @fmydNG X space (Twitter).

As the world marks International Women’s Day, this discussion will focus on the progress made in gender equality over the past 30 years since the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, while addressing persistent challenges and proposing solutions to advance women’s and girls’ rights.

Participants are encouraged to join the conversation as the panelists provide valuable insights into fostering gender-inclusive policies and empowerment initiatives.