The Ekiti State Chapter of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) has pushed for the inclusion of men in the fight for gender justice, stressing on the need for collaboration across gender lines to achieve realities of modern society.
Speaking with journalists in Ado-Ekiti during the 2025 Law Week of the association, the Chairperson of the State Chapter, Ayobami Olowoyo-Richards solicited for a strong call for greater involvement of men and boys in advancing gender equality and human rights.
Declaring the event opened with the theme: “The Evolving Landscape of Human Rights: The Male Ally — Engaging Men and Boys in the Fight for Gender Justice”, the wife of Ekiti state governor, Professor Olayemi Oyebanji, described gender justice as a shared human mission.
She called for continued efforts to raise a new generation of male allies who are champions of justice in their homes and communities, while commending FIDA for its consistent advocacy and service to humanity.
Delivering his lecture, a legal icon and Chieftain of All Progressive Congress (APC), Obafemi Adewale, SAN urged the state and federal government to embark on more legislations, policies and advocacy that would help women to hold positions and become relevant in the political arena.
The event featured penal sessions on the theme: The Evolving Landscape of Human Rights: The Male Ally -Engaging Men and Boys in advancing gender equality and fund raising for the association bus.
