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Lagos NIPR urges governments to enact laws protecting women, demands justice for murder victim, Bamishe

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Posted on 8 March 2022
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On the occasion of the International Women’s Day, the Lagos State chapter of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR), has called for the enactment of stringent laws governments at all levels to protect the rights of women in the country.

Forty-eight percent of Nigerian women, for instance, experienced at least one form of violence since the COVID-19 pandemic started in 2020. This violence come in the form of verbal abuse and denial of basic resources, according to the United Nations,

Accordingly, Lagos NIPR, the premier chapter of the Institute, noted that the formulation and implementation of relevant laws would ensure that Nigerian women are protected from all forms of gender based violence and abuse.

While appreciating the swift response of the Lagos State Government and relevant law enforcement agencies in the state to the public outcry against the death of 22-year old Oluwabamise Ayanwole, who lost her life after boarding a BRT bus, the chapter called on the relevant authorities not to leave any stone unturned in unravelling the circumstances leading to the death of the young woman.

Aligning with the theme for this year’s celebration, “Break the Bias”, the chapter noted that a proper legal framework and sensitisation woud ensure that the Nigerian society is free of bias, stereotypes and discrimination against women.

The chapter, led by Mrs Comfort Nwankwo, congratulated women in Public Relations in the state and indeed all women in the profession all over Nigeria, noting that there is need for them to redouble their efforts and work hard in order to keep raising the bar in all walks of life.

The most populated chapter of communication practitioners also commended the men for their supportive roles as partners and colleagues in the PR practice.

The chapter commended members of the House of Representative for listening to the voice of reason by rescinding its decision on three gender bills in the ongoing constitution amendment process.

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