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FIDA Nigeria Explores Strategic Partnership with NUPRC for the Empowerment of Women and Children

On September 5th, 2024, FIDA Nigeria paid a courtesy visit to Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, FNSE, the Commission Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), in Abuja. The visit aimed to explore collaboration opportunities to empower vulnerable women and children.

This initiative marks a significant advancement in enhancing corporate responsibility within the energy sector and advocating for social justice. FIDA Nigeria seeks to align with stakeholders like NUPRC to create a more inclusive and equitable society.

Leading the FIDA delegation was Mrs. Amina Agbaje, the Country Vice President/National President of FIDA Nigeria. Mrs. Agbaje reiterated FIDA’s commitment to advancing justice, protection, and equitable opportunities for vulnerable groups across Nigeria. In response, Engr. Komolafe reaffirmed the NUPRC’s readiness to partner with FIDA Nigeria on impactful programs that promote inclusivity, empowerment, and social responsibility.

This partnership signals a shared commitment to creating meaningful change and fostering a more just society for women and children.

#FIDANigeria #CollaborativeImpact #NUPRC #JusticeForAll #EmpowermentThroughPartnerships

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VACANCY FOR THE POSITION OF COMMUNICATION/IT OFFICER

Job Title: Communication Officer
Location: Abuja
Vacancy Type: Fixed-term, renewable

Terms of Reference

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop a comprehensive communications strategy and work plan for FIDA Nigeria and its projects, ensuring alignment with the organization’s overall objectives.
• Draft and publish press statements that advocate for issues or reflect views within FIDA Nigeria’s mandate, subject to approval by the Communications Officer.
• Plan, organize, and implement media and communication campaigns, including press conferences, advocacy events, and media briefings.
• Create, edit, and produce video content, with a focus on documentary storytelling that highlights FIDA Nigeria’s impact.
• Regularly develop and publish the periodic FIDA Alert, ensuring it is timely, accurate, and aligned with FIDA’s advocacy goals.
• Develop engaging content for the E-LOYA magazine, ensuring its relevance to current events and FIDA Nigeria’s priorities.
• Maintain an active and engaging presence across FIDA’s social media platforms by populating them with up-to-date information on branch and national activities.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with media partners to ensure broad coverage of FIDA’s activities, initiatives, and campaigns.
• Monitor, maintain, and periodically upgrade FIDA Nigeria’s website by uploading information, re-designing pages as necessary, and ensuring it remains a vital communication tool for the organization.
• Provide IT support to the National Secretariat, including troubleshooting and maintaining systems and networks to ensure smooth operations.
• Participate in or support courtesy visits to key partners and stakeholders alongside National Officers, or on their behalf, when necessary.
• Represent FIDA Nigeria at meetings, trainings, workshops, and conferences related to publicity, media, IT, and communications, with prior approval from the National Executive Committee.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues across various departments to foster synergy and ensure the successful implementation of projects and activities.
• Assist in the production of advocacy and promotional materials, such as brochures, newsletters, banners, and flyers, for various FIDA Nigeria programs.
• Maintain a media archive of FIDA Nigeria’s media appearances, publications, and other communication outputs for easy reference.
• Assist in monitoring media trends, evaluating the effectiveness of FIDA Nigeria’s communication strategies, and providing recommendations for improvement.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the National President/Country Vice President, National Publicity Secretary, or the Program Manager.

Competencies:

1. Professionalism:
   • Demonstrates professional competence in women’s and children’s rights, the rule of law, and an understanding of related national, regional, and international policies.
   • Demonstrates knowledge of the program management cycle, including monitoring, reporting, and evaluation.
   • Ability to identify and contribute to solutions for communication and media-related challenges with persistence and dedication.
   • Efficient in meeting deadlines, ensuring high-quality results, and maintaining professionalism at all times.
2. Teamwork:
   • Ability to work effectively with colleagues across FIDA Nigeria to achieve organizational goals.
   • Willingness to actively solicit input from others and value the contributions of all team members.
   • Flexibility in learning from others and supporting team decisions.
3. Planning & Organizing:
   • Ability to set clear priorities and manage multiple tasks while coordinating with other team members and stakeholders.
   • Foresight to anticipate potential risks or challenges and make contingency plans accordingly.
4. Communication:
   • Ability to write clearly, concisely, and compellingly for various audiences, including the preparation of detailed reports, briefs, and presentations.
   • Capacity to present issues in a clear and concise manner, articulating options, conveying essential information, and making recommendations with confidence.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication, Social Sciences, Arts, or related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in communications, social media management, content creation, or related areas.
• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Canva, InDesign, Photoshop, or CorelDraw.
• Photography skills are highly desirable.
• Knowledge of WordPress for website management, including maintenance, traffic monitoring, and performance analysis.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with a creative flair for engaging audiences.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team across various locations, respecting different perspectives and ideas.
• Confidence and enthusiasm in both formal and informal communication with external partners and internal teams.
• Passion for social change, with an interest in gender equality, human rights, social justice, and civic engagement.
• Exceptional professionalism, strong follow-through, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Personal qualities of humility, self-reflection, and a good sense of humor are a plus.
• Willingness to travel within and outside Nigeria as needed.

Application Instructions:
Qualified candidates are invited to send their Curriculum Vitae and application, addressed to the Country Vice-President/National President, to hr@fida.org.ng.
The subject of the e-mail should be “Application for Assistant Communication Officer”.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Deadline 20th Sept 2024

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FIDA Nigeria Pays Courtesy Visit to Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan to Strengthen Collaboration for Women’s and Children’s Rights

Elevating Impact Through Strategic Partnerships!

Earlier today, FIDA Nigeria, under the leadership of our visionary Country Vice/National President, Amina Suzanah Agbaje, engaged in a meaningful dialogue with Senator Natasha Akpoti Uduaghan of Kogi Central.

Our visit aimed to explore collaboration opportunities, strengthen our alliance, and advance the rights of vulnerable women and children. Together, we’re dedicated to amplifying our shared goals and driving impactful change.

FIDAForChange #WomenInLeadership #PowerOfPartnerships

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FIDA NIGERIA ENGAGES GOVERNMENT, TRADITIONAL, AND RELIGIOUS LEADERS TO STRENGTHEN GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE PREVENTION MECHANISMS IN PLATEAU, EKITI, AND LAGOS STATES

The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria, with support from the Ford Foundation, has launched a significant new initiative aimed at strengthening gender-based violence (GBV) prevention mechanisms in Plateau, Ekiti, and Lagos States. This initiative is under the auspices of the “Engagement, Coordination, and Sharing of Lessons on GBV Prevention between Religious, Traditional, and Government Leaders in Nigeria” project. This three-year intervention is expected to commence in July 2024 and culminate in June 2027.

Mrs. Amina Suzanah Agbaje, Country President of FIDA Nigeria, in a statement disseminated to the press, informed Nigerians that this initiative will work closely with key community gatekeepers, including traditional leaders, relevant state actors, religious leaders, and male champions, to institutionalize structures for preventing gender-based violence. Through a five-pronged approach and interconnected intervention areas, this initiative will focus on addressing religious and cultural barriers that impede the functionality of gender-sensitive legal frameworks on preventing gender-based violence, enhancing collaboration and coordination among relevant actors and gatekeepers through a series of dialogues and shared learning forums, while documenting lessons, amplifying successes, and evolving strategies for preventing gender-based violence.

Lending credence to the aforementioned statement, the National Program Manager, FIDA Nigeria, alluded to the preventive approach the organization intends to implement as it aims to accelerate changes in attitudinal behaviors and abandon social and cultural norms that undermine the rights of women and girls in Plateau (North Central), Lagos, and Ekiti (South-West) States.

Mr. Fikih Obaro further emphasized the crucial role of traditional and faith leaders in preventing gender-based violence due to their knowledge of local contexts and their understanding of the predisposing factors and practices that perpetuate GBV. He highlighted the primary goals of the project, which include:
• Engaging traditional and faith leaders from target communities as agents of change and advocates for women and girls.
• Providing platforms for cohesion between governments, traditional, and religious leaders in addressing and preventing Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) through shared understanding.
• Developing a cohort of gatekeepers who will reject social norms and practices that subjugate the rights of women.
• Offering stock-taking, shared learnings, and collaborative platforms among beneficiaries to prevent gender-based violence.

In conclusion, the Country Vice/National President, Mrs. Amina Suzanah Agbaje, encouraged the public to support efforts to eliminate all forms of gender-based violence in local communities across Nigeria. She also invited everyone to follow FIDA Nigeria’s activities related to this project on social media:
• Facebook: @fidanig
• X (Twitter): @fidanigeria
• Instagram: fida.nigeria
• Website: www.fida.org.ng

God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
God bless FIDA Nigeria

Amina Suzanah Agbaje (Mrs)
Country Vice /National President

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FIDA Nigeria Hosts Impactful Side Event at NBA AGC 2024

On Tuesday, 27th August 2024, FIDA Nigeria held a highly enlightening, insightful and interactive and Side Event at the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference 2024 which held at the Muson Center in Lagos, with discussions focused on the theme: “Pressing Forward: Achieving Enhanced Institutional Structures for Women and Children’s Rights in Nigeria.”

In her Opening Remarks, the Country Vice/National President of FIDA Nigeria emphasized the significance of this platform for fostering meaningful discussions, sharing experiences and crafting strategies to advance the rights of women and children in Nigeria.

Discussants focused on key areas which included the following:

• Strengthening legal frameworks and policy implementation
• Building institutional capacity
• Engaging communities and raising awareness
• Enhancing data collection and research, and
• Tackling specific challenges in these areas

With a beautiful relaxing ambiance the event flowed seamlessly with Highlights which included:*

• A compelling short documentary about FIDA Nigeria through the ages titled “Voice for Women and Children” projecting her accomplishments through her 60 years of existence in Nigeria
• A powerful plenary session featuring notable panelists like Dr. Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi, Prof. (CHIEF) Mike Ozekhome SAN., and Hon Olivia Dazyam, moderated by a strong heforshe champion Mr. Alex Umoaka Esq.

Notable Attendees:
The event was graced by a distinguished lineup of guests, including:

• Country Vice/National President of FIDA Nigeria and National Executive members Evelyn Membere Asimea, Eliana Martins and Olubunmi, Niyi Arajuwa
• Yakubu Chonoko Maikyau, SAN, OON, the 31st President of the Nigerian Bar Association gave a wonderful goodwill message appreciating FIDA and her members for their support
• Chief Tessa Ikimi, the Ajumota of Warri Kingdom, 7th President of FIDA Nigeria, and current BOT Chair of FIDA Nigeria presented appreciation Plaques to the distinguished panelists
• Hon. Justice Elsie Thompson, the 10th National President of FIDA Nigeria and a current member of the FIDA Nigeria Board of Trustees
• Chief Mrs Victoria Awomolo SAN, Past FIDA African Regional President (Africa) and current FIDA International United Nations Representative, Hon. Inime Aguma
• Mrs. Oyinkan Badero-Okusanya, Chair of the Nigeria Bar 2024 Annual General Conference Planning Committee
• Distinguished Senator Daisy Danjuma, represented by an equally esteemed personality also supported the event
• Muyiwa Akinboro, SAN

It was a gathering of great minds and passionate advocates, united in the mission to press forward for the rights of women and children in Nigeria.

FIDA #WomenAndChildrenRights #NBAAGC2024 #Empowerment #Justice

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FIDA Nigeria Press Statement on World Day against Trafficking in Persons

Theme: Leave No Child Behind in the Fight against Human Trafficking

In staunch solidarity, FIDA Nigeria stands with the global community on this World Day against Trafficking in Persons to raise awareness and take decisive and accelerated action against the horrific crime of human trafficking. This year’s theme, “Leave No Child Behind in the Fight against Human Trafficking,” underscores the urgent need to protect the most vulnerable among us, our children.

According to the UNODC Global Report on Trafficking in Persons, one in three victims of human trafficking globally, is a child and the majority of these trafficked children are girls. This alarming statistic underscores the urgent need for comprehensive and targeted measures to safeguard our children from falling prey to traffickers. Children, with their inherent vulnerability, are exploited for forced labor, sexual slavery, and other forms of abuse, robbing them of their childhood, dignity, and overall future.

The impact of human trafficking on women and children is devastating. Women often trafficked for sexual exploitation, endure unimaginable physical and psychological trauma. Stripped of their autonomy and subjected to violence, they are forced into situations of extreme degradation. For children, the situation is equally harrowing. They are not only exploited but also denied their fundamental rights to education, health, and a safe environment. These young victims are often coerced into child labor, domestic servitude, or forced begging, suffering severe emotional and psychological scars that can last a lifetime. This vicious cycle of trauma and exploitation perpetuates poverty, destabilizes families, and undermines the social fabric of communities.

In Nigeria, the situation is alarming. Many children are trafficked within and across our borders, subjected to forced labor in domestic servitude, street begging, and the worst forms of child labor. The trafficking of women and children is not only a violation of human rights but also a severe impediment to national development. It destabilizes families and communities, perpetuates poverty, and severely undermines the rule of law.

Grounded upon its core vision of protection, preservation and promotion of the rights of women and children through ensuring accessible justice particularly to the indigent and vulnerable, FIDA is deeply committed to the fight against human trafficking. Through our legal aid services, dogged advocacy, and community outreach programs, FIDA works tirelessly to provide support to victims, raise awareness about the dangers of trafficking, and collaborate with relevant stakeholders to create a robust legal and social framework to combat this horrific menace.

FIDA Nigeria makes a concerted call on the Government, Law enforcement agencies, civil society organizations, private sector and the international community to intensify efforts to prevent human trafficking, protect victims, and prosecute perpetrators. Urgent and comprehensive action in this regard is non negotiable in order to tackle this nefarious situation. Government must as a matter of urgency, prioritise child protection, improve law enforcement and allocate more resources to combat trafficking. It is imperative to strengthen our laws, enhance cross-border cooperation, and provide adequate resources for the rehabilitation and reintegration of victims.

FIDA remains resolute in this fight and re-affirms its commitment to leaving no child behind. We strongly push for the implementation of child sensitive justice mechanisms and will continue to advocate for strengthened laws against trafficking, provide support to victims and work tirelessly for a world where human trafficking is eradicated. Every child deserves to grow up in a safe and nurturing environment, free from exploitation and abuse.

Together, we can build a society where the rights and dignity of every individual, especially women and children are upheld and where the vulnerable in our society are protected from exploitation.

EndHumanTrafficking #LeaveNoChildBehind #WorldDayAgainstTraffickingInPersons #July30 #justiceforall #FIDANigeria

FOR: FIDA NIGERIA

Signed

Amina Suzanah Agbaje (Mrs.)
Country Vice President/ National President
FIDA Nigeria

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FIDA Nigeria Hosts National Workshop on Learning Dissemination

On July 4th, FIDA Nigeria hosted a transformative “National Learning Dissemination Workshop” aimed at strengthening collaboration among criminal justice actors for the sustainable implementation of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act (ACJA) and Administration of Criminal Justice Laws (ACJLs) in Nigeria. This event was supported by the MacArthur Foundation.

The workshop served as a platform to share key learnings and insights from the implementation of the intervention, based on an impact assessment conducted across six focal states: Anambra, Bayelsa, Ekiti, FCT, Kano, and Rivers. The focus was on our capacity-building initiative to enhance relationships and foster collaboration among criminal justice actors, formulate actionable strategies to improve the implementation of the ACJA/ACJLs, and brainstorm practical solutions.

Participants contributed invaluable experiences and insights, significantly advancing the effective implementation of the ACJA/ACJLs in Nigeria.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all participants, the MacArthur Criminal Justice Cohort, and the MacArthur Foundation for their support in advancing justice in Nigeria.

FIDA #MacArthurFoundation #CriminalJusticeReform #ACJA #ACJLs #Collaboration #Nigeria #JusticeForAll

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FIDA Nigeria 2024 Week & Triennial General Meeting (FIDA@60): Registration

FIDA Nigeria 2024 Week (FIDA@60) & Triennial General Meeting. Click on your category to register

Registration for Students

Registration for all Members Called to Bar from 1- 5 years

Registration for all Members Called to Bar from 6-10 years

Registration for all Members Called to Bar from 11-15 years

Registration for all Members Called to Bar from 16-25 years

Registration for all Members Called to Bar from 26 years and above

Registration for SANs, Life Benchers and Judges

Registration for Non-members

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FIDA Nigeria Energizes and Strategizes on Day 2 of the 2nd Quarter NEC Meeting in Kano State

On the beautiful morning of June 28th, 2024, delegates of FIDA Nigeria kick-started the second day of the 2nd Quarter NEC Meeting with an invigorating aerobic session. This energizing activity not only helped members stay fit but also set a positive and dynamic tone for the day’s proceedings.

Following the aerobic session, delegates transitioned seamlessly into the Business Meeting.

This crucial assembly provided a platform to discuss and deliberate on key issues related to the administration of FIDA across various states. The discussions were comprehensive and strategic, aiming to enhance the effectiveness and reach of FIDA’s initiatives in promoting justice and protecting the rights of women and children.

FIDA Nigeria also held her Pre Convention Meeting where vibrant discussions regarding the upcoming FIDA International Convention in Colombia were held.

The combination of physical wellness and intellectual engagement made for a productive and holistic approach to the day’s agenda. The morning’s activities exemplified FIDA Nigeria’s commitment to fostering both the well-being of its members and the efficient administration of its mission.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to build on our shared vision and goals.

FIDANigeria #NECMeeting #KanoState #AerobicSession #BusinessMeeting #WomenInLeadership #JusticeForAll

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FIDA Nigeria’s Vibrant Cultural Night at the 2nd Quarter NEC Meeting in Kano State

What a night to remember! Delegates lit up the venue in their stunning traditional outfits, each representing the diverse regions of Nigeria, making the FIDA Nigeria Cultural Night a spectacular affair at the 2nd Quarter NEC Meeting in Kano State.

The event was a feast for the senses as attendees were immersed in the rich cultural heritage of Kano. They learned about the region’s tribes, languages, and cuisines, while a cultural troupe dazzled everyone with their dynamic performances, showcasing various tribal dance steps in vibrant regalia.

Adding to the night’s excitement were dance performances by FIDANs, who took to the stage in three segments to represent the North, West, and Southern regions of Nigeria. Their energy and talent brought the audience to their feet, celebrating the unity in diversity that defines our nation.

Guests also enjoyed an array of delightful local delicacies, making the evening not just a visual and auditory delight, but a culinary one as well.

The Cultural Night was indeed a colorful and entertaining highlight, celebrating the beauty and diversity of Nigerian culture.

FIDANigeria #CulturalNight #2ndQuarterNECMeeting #KanoState #UnityInDiversity