By Peter.
In a powerful ceremony in Abuja on December 16, 2025, Nigeria officially inaugurated its Third National Action Plan (NAP III) on United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325, reaffirming the country’s commitment to gender equality, women’s inclusion in peace processes, and sustainable security. The event, led by First Lady Sen. Oluremi Tinubu (represented by Laila Barau, wife of the Deputy Senate President), underscored the Renewed Hope Agenda’s focus on placing women, children, and vulnerable groups at the heart of national stability.
Key Highlights from the Launch
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First Lady’s Call to Action: Sen. Tinubu hailed Nigerian women’s resilience amid insecurity, urging stakeholders—especially state governments, security agencies, and traditional/faith leaders—to champion implementation. She emphasized men’s and boys’ partnership for an equitable society, stating: “The resilience of women reinforces the need to keep the women, peace, and security agenda at the forefront.”
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Minister’s Vision: Hon. Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim (Minister of Women Affairs) praised President Tinubu’s approval, aligning NAP III with the Renewed Hope Agenda. She announced the National Technical Working Committee on Women, Peace and Security (chaired by her ministry) for coordination and monitoring, plus localization across all 36 states and FCT via the Social Impact Intervention 774 initiative.
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UN Women’s Insight: Programme Manager Peter Mancha outlined NAP III’s five pillars:
- Prevention and disaster preparedness
- Participation and representation
- Protection and prosecution
- Crisis management, early recovery, and post-conflict reconstruction
- Partnership coordination and management
Mancha highlighted improvements over NAP I (2013) and NAP II (2017): participatory development across geopolitical zones, legislative engagement, presidential endorsement, and strong commitment from security chiefs.
Overcoming Past Challenges
NAP III addresses gaps in prior plans: limited awareness, weak political will, inadequate funding, and poor coordination. This version adopts a multi-sectoral, people-driven approach with grassroots ownership.
Partners and Gratitude
The Minister thanked UN Women, the governments of Norway and Germany, Tetra Tech SPRiNG Programme, the National Assembly, and all stakeholders for their support.
Why It Matters
Twenty-five years after UNSCR 1325’s adoption, Nigeria’s NAP III signals a renewed push for women’s roles in conflict prevention, mediation, and rebuilding—amid ongoing insecurity challenges. As the First Lady noted: “Let us carry forward a Nigeria where women and men work side by side, guarding peace, shaping security, and writing a future worthy of our nation’s promise.”
This launch isn’t just policy—it’s a call for collective action toward inclusive, lasting peace. 🇳🇬💪 #NAPIII #UNSCR1325 #WomenPeaceSecurity #RenewedHope
