Nigeria, Nov. 26 -- Nigeria is stepping up efforts to integrate gender perspectives into national decision-making, advancing policies aimed at improving the lives of women, children, families, and other vulnerable groups.

This was the highlight at the 25th National Council on Women Affairs (NCWA) and Child Development, held in Benin City, Edo State on Thursday.

In a communique shared with PREMIUM TIMES, the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, noted that women make up over half of Nigeria's population and play a crucial role in the economy.

Mrs Sulaiman-Ibrahim, however, explained that barriers continue to limit women's participation in leadership and access to formal credit.

"Achieving a $1 trillion economy is unattaina...