By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri –
The International Director, National Association of Women Judges in Nigeria (NAWJN), Hon Justice Roli Harriman has called on women Judges to intensify efforts in promoting active participation of women at the judiciary levels.
Hon. Justice Hartman made the call in a statement made available to journalists in Maiduguri on Thursday on the occasion of International Day of Women Judges.
The statement said: “On behalf of the President, NAWJN, Hon Justice Jummai Sankey JCA, I salute you all on this auspicious day.
“In 2021, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 75/274 designating 10 March the International Day of Women Judges.
“The Resolution invites Member States and all relevant stakeholders to observe the International Day of Women Judges annually, including through education and public awareness-raising activities in order to promote the full and equal participation of women at all levels of the judiciary.
The statement further added that the Resolution reaffirms that the active participation of women, on equal terms with men, at all levels of decision-making is essential to the achievement of equality, sustainable development, peace and democracy.
It further reaffirms the commitment of Member States to develop and implement appropriate and effective national strategies and plans for the advancement of women in judicial justice systems and institutions at the leadership, managerial and other levels.
“Though the NAWJN has been engaged in public policy advocacy to draw attention to so many issues concerning women and children in our society, today’s celebration is another opportunity for us to draw attention to a few issues like Increased prevalence of Domestic violence , Provision of Shelters for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault , especially , of young girls by their closest relatives.
“Others include the establishment of Half-way houses for youths in conflict with the law to give opportunity for effective and long lasting rehabilitation, Continued practice of Genital mutilation, Repugnant customary laws and challenges of widows Adoption laws and practice among others.
“We therefore call on all stakeholders including NGOs to assist in publicizing these issues and offering their own contribution towards their resolution.
“This is also an opportunity to commend the work of the IAWj in Afganistan. Little progress has been made by the Taliban but women are confident that the day of victory is near. I thank you all for listening. Happy Celebrations,” the statement said.
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