{
  "id": 17819415,
  "title": "Bamidele calls for justice, stronger protection for women, children in changing world",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/02/bamidele-calls-for-justice-stronger-protection-for-women-children-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-02T15:18:15.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/02/bamidele-calls-for-justice-stronger-protection-for-women-children-in-changing-world/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele has emphasized the need for enhanced collaboration among lawmakers, legal professionals and government bodies to tackle emerging challenges jeopardizing women and children's rights, safety and welfare in Nigeria. The challenges, such as technology-driven abuse, domestic violence, discrimination and denial of women's inheritance rights, necessitate coordinated efforts to ensure justice remains reachable, economical and efficient for victims. At the 2026 Law Week of the International Federation of Women Lawyers, FIDA, Ekiti State Chapter, Bamidele highlighted cyberbullying, online harassment, sexual exploitation and the unlawful dissemination of intimate images as pressing issues, stressing that children are increasingly exposed to online predators while women endure digital intimidation and abuse. He stressed that justice must transcend constitutional rights and statutory provisions, becoming accessible, affordable, timely and effective, especially for abuse and discrimination victims. Bamidele advocated for stronger collaboration among the National Assembly, state legislatures, judiciary, law enforcement agencies and social welfare institutions to bolster the implementation of laws safeguarding vulnerable groups. The lawmaker also lauded the Special Seats Bill, emphasizing its role in boosting women's participation and representation in governance. He urged FIDA to continue its advocacy and engagement with lawmakers and relevant government entities, particularly in identifying gaps in existing legislation and pushing for reforms that address the evolving realities faced by women and children. Bamidele underscored the importance of adequate funding for child protection and women's health programs, along with effective monitoring to ensure resources translate into tangible benefits. He noted that protecting women and children is a collective responsibility, requiring men, boys, families, communities and public institutions to challenge harmful practices and promote respect for human dignity. Earlier, FIDA Ekiti State Chapter Chairperson Ayobami Olowoyo-Richards reaffirmed the organization's commitment to advocating, representing and safeguarding women and children's rights through legal representation, public awareness and strategic alliances. She expressed gratitude to sponsors, donors, partners and supporters for their contributions to the Law Week and commended the planning committee for their dedication. Olowoyo-Richards hoped that the discussions at the event would yield practical recommendations to strengthen women and children's protection and enhance their access to justice. In a welcoming speech, Representative Steve Fatoba of Ado/Irepodun-Ifelodun Federal Constituency encouraged legal practitioners to take a human-centered approach in interpreting and applying the law, praising the program's theme as timely given the emerging challenges confronting women and children.",
  "summary": "The Senate Leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, has called for stronger collaboration among lawmakers, legal practitioners and government institutions to address emerging challenges threatening the rights, safety and welfare of women and children in Nigeria. Bamidele said the changing nature of societal challenges, particularly technology-driven abuse, domestic violence, discrimination and the denial of…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}