The Executive Secretary of the National Assembly Library, Rt. Hon. Henry Nwawuba, has reiterated support for the Reserved Seats Bill, emphasizing its importance in promoting inclusive governance and gender-balanced representation in Nigeria’s political landscape.
In an interview conducted by Adaora Onyechere Sydney-Jack — renowned broadcast journalist, gender advocate, and inclusive policy expert — Nwawuba discussed the need to institutionalize women’s participation in decision-making as a crucial step toward strengthening Nigeria’s democracy.
The conversation delved into the importance of the Bill in advancing women’s political participation, addressing historical barriers to representation, and aligning Nigeria’s governance framework with global standards of gender inclusion. Nwawuba highlighted the Library’s role in supporting research, documentation, and public enlightenment on legislative reforms that strengthen democratic governance.
The National Assembly Library remains committed to facilitating informed dialogue and evidence-based advocacy on policies that promote inclusion, transparency, and equal opportunity in Nigeria’s democratic process.
