Nigeria, Dec. 4 -- The House of Representatives Committee on Women Affairs and Social Development has urged the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs to fully enforce its mandate of promoting gender equality, safeguarding the rights of women and girls, and advancing their overall welfare.

The Committee's Chairperson, Kafilat Ogbara (APC, Lagos), delivered the charge during an oversight meeting with the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Ibrahim, on Wednesday at the National Assembly.

The session formed part of the Committee's review of the 2024 budget performance and assessment of ongoing interventions targeted at women and girls.

Ms Ogbara said the meeting was aimed at reinforcing the shared commitment to transparency, accountability and em...