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Hon. Omidiran Advocates Gender Balancing, Inclusivity for National Unity at UN Summit in New York
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Hulayat Omidiran, has called for stronger commitment to gender balancing and inclusive governance as key drivers of national unity, sustainable development, and democratic stability.
Hon. Omidiran made the call while delivering a keynote address at the high-level side event titled “Global Women Partnership Without Borders” during the 70th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) in New York on Thursday morning.
The event, organized by the Betneely Charity Foundation, brought together policymakers, civil society leaders, and global stakeholders to discuss strategies for advancing gender equality and international cooperation.
Addressing participants at the event held at Nigeria House in the United States, the FCC Chairman stressed that national unity cannot thrive in environments where exclusion persists, emphasizing that inclusive governance remains fundamental to building resilient societies.
“Nationhood is more than a geographical expression; it is a shared covenant of belonging. However, unity cannot flourish where exclusion persists. A nation divided by imbalance cannot fully harness its strength,” Omidiran said.
The former lawmaker explained that gender balancing requires intentional and equitable representation of women and men in leadership, governance, economic participation, and social engagement.
“Gender balancing and inclusivity are not peripheral conversations; they are central to sustainable development and enduring peace. When leadership reflects the diversity of its people, trust deepens and democratic participation grows,” the former National Assembly member from 2011 to 2019, said.
According to her, inclusive leadership structures enable broader perspectives, richer dialogue, and more effective policy outcomes, particularly when addressing complex national challenges.
“Exclusion breeds resentment, while inclusion fosters belonging. When citizens feel valued, they become stakeholders in national peace and progress rather than spectators of governance,” she added.
Speaking on the mandate of the Federal Character Commission, the FCC Chairman reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to promoting fairness, equity, and balanced representation in Nigeria’s public institutions.
Omidiran further emphasized that gender-balanced societies unlock their full human capital potential by empowering women and marginalized groups to contribute meaningfully to economic and social development.
“Our vision is clear, a Nigeria where opportunity is not determined by bias but by merit; where diversity is harmonized into unity; and where governance reflects justice,” she stated.
Concluding her remarks, Omidiran urged leaders and institutions around the world to prioritize policies that promote equality and inclusive participation.
“National unity is not accidental; it is constructed through policies that dignify every citizen and systems that promote equitable participation. When every voice matters, the nation prospers. When every citizen belongs, the nation unites,” she said.
The event also featured participation from notable Nigerian leaders including former Minister of Women Affairs, Pauline Tallen, while the current Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, attended as Special Guest.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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