{"id":161210,"date":"2025-05-03T11:57:38","date_gmt":"2025-05-03T10:57:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/nigerian-lawmakers-un-intensify-advocacy-for-vulnerable-groups"},"modified":"2025-05-03T11:57:38","modified_gmt":"2025-05-03T10:57:38","slug":"nigerian-lawmakers-un-intensify-advocacy-for-vulnerable-groups","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/nigerian-lawmakers-un-intensify-advocacy-for-vulnerable-groups","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian lawmakers, UN intensify advocacy for vulnerable groups"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600\"><strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>United Nations and parliamentarians from Nigeria and other parts of the world have committed to deepening advocacy for vulnerable groups.<\/p>\n<p>This was disclosed by the member representing Enugu North\/South Federal Constituency, in the House of Representatives, Hon Chimaobi Sam Atu, as he extolled the commitment of the Deputy Secretary General of the United Nations, Her Excellency, Mrs Amina J Mohammed towards the safeguarding of the children and women rights.<\/p>\n<p>Atu, together with some other parliamentarians in Nigeria, under the aegis of Nigeria-Us parliamentary friendship group, are currently on legislative mission in the United States of America, exchanging ideas and acquiring new knowledge on lawmaking activities.<\/p>\n<p>A statement issued by his media office said Atu after some sessions of progressively inclined meetings, praised Mrs Amina and UN\u2019s dedication in defending the vulnerable groups in the society.<\/p>\n<p>He was quoted as telling journalists that the 10th Assembly led by Rt Hon T\u2019ajuden Abas was committed to ensuring that legislative reforms were made \u201cto tackle all the issues that are negatively affecting the lives and progress of the vulnerable groups are addressed.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs delegates of the people, we are duty-bound to ensure that our policies work for everyone, particularly those whose voices are often unheard. That\u2019s the true measure of parliamentary progress.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis engagement has broadened our understanding and deepened our resolve to push for reforms that matter. The time to act is now, and the 10th Assembly is ready to lead that charge.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen we get back to Nigeria, we will study all the existing legislations that relates to the matters raised and address any loophole while also working on enacting new ones that will guarantee future sustenance,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Earlier, Mrs Mohammed commended the parliamentarians for their dedication to advancement and enhancement of Nigeria\u2019s legislative skills and procedures.<\/p>\n<p>She stated that there was the need to develop enforceable legislation that would shield vulnerable groups in the society, adding that such would ensure that those who disadvantaged by gender or age were given full protection under the law.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe cannot overemphasize the role of the legislature in shaping inclusive societies.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cOur statutes must evolve to not only identify but actively uplift those at risk of being left behind.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is time to move from rhetoric to implementation. If a nation wants to be truly democratic and humane, its laws must reflect the dignity of every child and woman, regardless of circumstance,\u201d she stated.<\/p>\n<p><strong>For More News And Analysis About <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Nigeria<\/span> Follow <span style=\"color: #ff6600\">Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Africa-Press &#8211; Nigeria. United Nations and parliamentarians from Nigeria and other parts of the world have committed to deepening advocacy for vulnerable groups. 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