Assembly Candidate Promises To Champion Policies To Protect Women

The Labour Party (LP) standard bearer for Ikwerre State House of Assembly Constituency, Hon. Stasi Amadi, has reaffirmed her commitment to championing policies and initiatives aimed at protecting the rights of women and the girl child, while promoting education and economic empowerment across communities.
Hon. Amadi made this known when she spoke with newsmen after submitting her forms at the party secretariat in Port Harcourt, yesterday.
She pointed out that her vision was anchored on building a society where women and girls are protected from discrimination, harmful cultural practices and all forms of gender-based injustices.
The Assembly candidate specifically condemned female genital mutilation (FGM), describing the practice as a violation of human dignity and a harmful tradition that has no place in modern society.
According to her, the continued existence of such practices undermines the physical, emotional and social well-being of women and girls and limits their ability to contribute meaningfully to community development.
The Labour Party candidate stressed that every girl deserves access to quality education, noting that education remains one of the strongest tools for breaking cycles of poverty and inequality.
She maintained that empowering women through education, vocational skills and access to opportunities would create stronger families and more prosperous communities.
Hon. Amadi explained that if elected into the State House of Assembly, she would support legislative measures and advocacy programmes targeted at safeguarding the rights of women and children.
She also pledged to work with relevant stakeholders, including traditional institutions, civil society groups and development partners, to increase awareness against harmful practices affecting women.
The House of Assembly hopeful stated that women should not only be protected but also given platforms to participate actively in leadership, governance and economic development.
She noted that communities thrive when women are empowered to make decisions, pursue careers and contribute their talents without fear of discrimination or exclusion.
Hon. Amadi further called on parents and guardians to prioritise the education of the girl child and discourage actions capable of limiting their future aspirations.
She urged young women to remain confident, seek knowledge and embrace opportunities that would enable them to become agents of positive change in society.
The Labour Party standard bearer added that ending injustice against women requires collective responsibility and sustained public enlightenment at all levels.
She reaffirmed her determination to continue advocating for inclusive policies that advance gender equity, protect the vulnerable and create opportunities for women and girls to achieve their full potentials.

By: King Onunwor