Wives of FCT monarchs advocate stronger traditional justice system

The Association of Wives of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Traditional Rulers (WOFCTTRA) has called for the urgent strengthening of traditional justice systems within the territory. The association made this appeal during a visit by its leaders to the Mandate Secretary, FCT Women Affairs Secretariat, Dr. Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, in Abuja. Haiya Hauwa Adamu, the Queen of […]

The Association of Wives of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Traditional Rulers (WOFCTTRA) has called for the urgent strengthening of traditional justice systems within the territory.

The association made this appeal during a visit by its leaders to the Mandate Secretary, FCT Women Affairs Secretariat, Dr. Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, in Abuja.

Haiya Hauwa Adamu, the Queen of Abaji Chiefdom and President of the association, stated that reinforcing the traditional justice system is a “matter of profound importance” to FCT communities.

Adamu explained that this move would effectively combat Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), gender discrimination, and child marriage among the Original Inhabitants (OIs) of the territory.

She elaborated: “As custodians of our cultural heritage and moral values, we, the wives of traditional rulers, have long been the silent witnesses to the challenges faced by women and girls in our grassroots communities.

“Our homes have often served as the first refuge for victims of abuse, yet our voices have remained unheard in the corridors of decision-making.

“Today, we step forward, united and resolute, to advocate for change and work to eradicate incidences of SGBV, gender discrimination, and early child marriage in our communities.”

“Together, we can forge a society in which every woman and girl in the FCT feels safe, esteemed, and empowered, by harnessing the strength of our traditions to construct a future devoid of violence and discrimination.” (NAN)