BY FAIZA JIBRIN, NOVEMBER 20, 2025 | 08:35 PM
Women’s voices, experiences, and contributions took centre stage as Borno State commemorate the 25th anniversary of the United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1325
The event which took place at Multipurpose Hall, Government House Maiduguri, on monday was to celebrate women, peace and security (WPS).
It celebrated women who have championed peacebuilding, protection, and empowerment across the state, while reaffirming commitments to advance their rights and participation in community development.
At the forefront of the celebration was the Executive Director of the Allamin Foundation for Peace and Development, Hajiya Hamsatu Zanna Laminu.
Haj. Hamsatu underscored the vital role women play in peace and reconciliation efforts.
She noted that since its establishment in 2016, the organisation has worked closely with international partners to implement impactful interventions across Borno.
She revealed that the foundation has created more than 20 civil networks dedicated to rights protection and peace initiatives.
‘It has established over 20 civil networks handling various cases on rights protection and peace initiatives.’ She said.
She added that the organisation is also part of a global coalition spanning 38 countries, championing gender equality and women’s rights worldwide.
‘The foundation is part of a strategic coalition spanning 38 countries, dedicated to advancing women’s rights and gender equality globally’ she said.
Haj. Hamsatu reaffirmed the foundation’s commitment to promoting women’s and children’s rights.
In her remarks, the commissioner for women affairs and social development, Hajiya Zuwaira Gambo, highlighted progress made by the Borno State Government in safeguarding women and girls.
She noted that several policies and legal frameworks have been introduced to punish rights violations and strengthen protection systems.
She added that the ministry continues to handle numerous cases with significant success.
‘The ministry continues to handle multiple cases and interventions with remarkable success, remaining committed to expanding its efforts.’ She said
While in her remarks, the Borno State First Lady, Prof. Falmata Babagana Umara Zulum, emphasized the urgent need to protect women and girls from domestic violence and other social harms.
She said that the administration of Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has improved mechanisms for protection and expanded empowerment programmes targeting vulnerable women and children.
Representing the governor, the Head of Service, Dr. Aminu Ghuluze, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting initiatives that advance peace, security, and gender equality.
‘The government will continue to support initiatives that promote peace, security and development.’ he assured.
He explained that the state has introduced several programmes to rehabilitate abused women and children while promoting inclusivity in governance and development planning.
Dr. Ghuluze commended the Allamin Foundation and partners for their continued efforts in championing peace and rights protection.
The commemoration featured goodwill messages from international partners, award presentations to outstanding contributors to the Women, Peace and Security agenda.
Also, there was an interactive sessions focused on empowering, protecting, and enhancing the active participation of women and children in peace and development processes.