The Lagos State chapter of the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) on Saturday organised a rally to celebrate women in the state, to commemorate the 2025 International Women’s Day.
Leading the rally from the ZLP State Secretariat at Igando area of Lagos, the Chairman, Mr Adekunle Mode-Adenipebi, said the party was aware of the numerous contributions of women to the society.
Mode-Adenipebi, who congratulated women in the state, said that the demography had impacted social, economic and political spheres in no small measures.
“This is the first of its kind in the history of Nigeria’s political system where a political party will organise a rally and award to mark the international women’s day.
“The concept is an inter political and inter civil society programme that is organised by ZLP for the emancipation of Nigeria women from conservation norms and culture reducing women involvement in politics.
“We are committed to encouraging women in politics, increasing the voice of women in the society and bringing women into governance,” the chairman said.
According to him, the event is to inspire, encourage, honour and celebrate women who have contributed to the fight for equal rights, including the right of women to vote, work, and own property.
Also speaking, Mrs Helen Peter, the Lagos State ZLP State Woman Leader, stressed the need to constantly promote women’s empowerment, political participation, and inclusive governance.
Peter said: “We aim to inspire and mobilise women party members and supporters to take action and make a difference in their communities.”
Also, Mrs Oluwaseun Aina, the ZLP Woman Leader in Badagry Local Government?, added that the event was to celebrate gender equality and women’s empowerment.
She said that there was the need for women to overcome all challenges, stereotypes, biases, and discriminatory practices
“We must continue to promote women’s rights, opportunities, and participation in all aspects of life,” she said.
Some women walked round the area to commemorate the day.