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| Mayor Kate Anolue |
The
Mayor of Enfield Borough in the United Kingdom is a Nigerian, Kate
Anolue. In an interview with Sunday Punch she expressed her
dissatisfaction with the level of women’s participation in Nigeria
politics.
“I
am disappointed at the level of women's participation in Nigerian
politics. Nigerian women have a lot to contribute to the development
of the nation, but unfortunately, their presence is not felt. It's
sad at the way they allow their potentials to waste away.”
She
attributed the poor representation of women in the political
landscape of Africa’s most populous nation to the inequality
between the male and female.
“Politics
in Nigeria favours men. It's quite different from what holds in the
United Kingdom. There, politics is hinged on merit. Here in Nigeria,
there is no equality between the male and female. I believe everyone
should be given an equal footing.
We went to the same school and do
possess the same certificates. Nigerian women need to speak out and
put in their best to make a change. They shouldn't allow themselves
to be pulled down.”
Nevertheless
she advised Nigerian women not to give up the struggle. And urged
them to learn time management. And for those who are interested in
politics she told them to go for it.
“I
will advise them to go for it and put in their best. Women are the
wealth of the economy. I will also add that the thought of making
fast money should be far from them. I believe people move on in the
UK because they do a lot of voluntary works for the society which do
not involve money.”
Adding,
“No
matter how bad or bleak the state a Nigerian woman finds herself, she
should not give up. Learning to manage time is essential. If you lack
this potential, you are not likely to accomplish all your aims.
Again, education is a must for every female.”
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