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Plateau Women Get Boost in Peacebuilding and Political Inclusion
“We Are Putting Women at the Forefront of Governance and Development” — WOPPI Founder
The Women for Positive Peace Building Initiative (WOPPI), in partnership with SPRiNG, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), and Nextier, has officially launched the Strengthening Women’s Protection and Leadership in Plateau State Project. The launch took place on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at the Fox Hotel, Jos, drawing diverse stakeholders across government, civil society, traditional institutions, and development agencies.
In her welcome address, WOPPI Convener and Founder, Mrs. Lantana Bako Abdullahi, emphasized the importance of women’s inclusion in peacebuilding and governance.
“We are here today to launch a project called Strengthening Women’s Participation and Leadership in Plateau State. For us, it is a proud moment to bring home what we have been advocating for — ensuring that issues of women and girls are at the forefront of governance and development, with proper budgeting and inclusion,” she stated.
The initiative targets Mangu, Wase, and Jos South LGAs, aiming to promote the implementation of the Plateau State 3rd Action Plan (SAP) and develop Local Action Plans (LAPs) that institutionalize women’s participation and protection in peace and security processes.
WOPPI staff Dung and Ann explained that the project seeks to strengthen collaboration with the Ministry of Women Affairs, Plateau State Gender Commission, local leaders, and community-based organizations, ensuring women’s voices are represented in policy and decision-making.
Highlighting the urgency of the program, Abdullahi added:
“We are women, and we have worked in the peace and security sector for a long time. Now, we want to make sure that women’s voices and priorities are not just recognized but placed at the center of development and peace processes in Plateau State.”
Keynote speaker Mrs. Kyenpia Mafuyai, Head of the Women’s Rights Commission, stressed that women remain underrepresented in political leadership and decision-making, despite being disproportionately affected by conflict.
“Conflict affects women and men differently. Yet, women are often silenced in governance. Strengthening measures that protect and include women in leadership is crucial for sustainable peace,” she noted.
Other speakers, including Dr. Emmanuel Ande, representatives of SPRiNG, Nextier, the Plateau Peace Building Agency, and traditional leaders such as HRH Emir of Wase, commended WOPPI’s initiative, pledging institutional support.
The project, which will run until March 2026, is expected to build stronger platforms for women’s leadership, enhance coordination among Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) stakeholders, and foster community-level engagement for sustainable peace in Plateau State.
Nigerians have taken a swipe at Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Tinubu, following a video of him handing cash to occupants of a tricycle taxi in Kebbi State.
The video, which has sparked mixed reactions on social media, showed Seyi approaching a yellow auto-rickshaw, popularly known as a Maruwa, and engaging the occupants in a conversation before appearing to hand over money.
During the interaction, Seyi was heard asking the occupants about their political affiliations.
“I heard this state is for Atiku, that was why I came down. Who do you support?” he asked.
Here are some reactions:
@otticiaL_Gegeh: “With this kind of moves, you think if they finally win they won't frustrate your life and make things hard for you ?
@Idanssssssss: “isn’t this vote buying?”
@ManLikeIcey: “Seyi Tinubu couldn't tell her what his dad has done to be re elected instead he bribed her with money. This is barbaric and shameful.”
@Adeyemi Olamilekan: “Just look at the way they are sharing money up and down, this is what they are using our subsidy money to do.”
@ssomie: “Such a terrible look. These people have stolen pieces. They have a war chest for 2027 but I know God has something in store.”
@Udochukwu Azuwike: That's all they know…buy everyone with money. No good governance. No quality leadership.”
@CHabeeb: “After 16 January 2027, Nigerians will have to live with the economic and political choices they make at the ballot box. Collect the incentive and vote against your own interests if you choose, but once the result is in, no amount of crying will change it. Nigerians will get the government they vote for.”
@ARÓMÍSÀ LÈGB LÈGBE: “It's desperation that make them do these things. They want to buy our loyalty with our money.”
See video:
Outrage as Seyi Tinubu shares money during political rally [VIDEO]
Dangote Cement Plc has put its proposed listing on the London Stock Exchange on hold, citing current market conditions and the company’s strategic priorities.
The company disclosed this in a regulatory filing signed by Edward Imoedemhe, the company secretary, following a meeting of its board of directors on Tuesday.
In May, Dangote Cement announced it was in early talks over a potential London listing, a move that would help widen its access to overseas investors and capital.
The company later, in July, explained that the faster and more practical listing process in the United Kingdom influenced its preference for London over Dubai for the secondary listing.
On Tuesday, the cement producer said it will not proceed with the secondary listing, noting that its shares remain listed on the Nigerian Exchange Group, and that the decision will not affect the company’s operations.
“The Company’s ordinary shares remain listed on the NGX, and this decision does not in any way affect the Company’s operations or business plans,” Dangote Cement added.
READ ALSO: Dangote Cement’s nine-month profit jumps 31% as revenue hits N3.8 trillion
The company said it will remain focused on delivering sustainable value to its shareholders and building on its strong market position.
Dangote Cement is majority-owned by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, who launched the continent’s largest-ever initial public offering in September for his oil refinery.
Dangote Cement, with a production capacity of 55 million tonnes per annum, has a footprint in 11 African countries, including Cameroon, Ethiopia, Zambia, Tanzania, and Côte d’Ivoire, among others.
The corporation’s nine-month profit in 2026 jumped 31 per cent, while its revenue hit N3.8 trillion, boosted by improved revenue from cement and clinker sales.
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