Day 3 of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria, Abuja Branch 2025 Law Week unfolded on Sunday with a vibrant Thanksgiving Service at the Methodist Cathedral of Unity, Wuse Zone 3, Abuja. The colourful service brought together FIDA members, partners, families, and supporters in a spirit of gratitude, reflection, and renewed commitment to gender justice.
This year’s Law Week, themed “Advancing Women’s Representation: Reserved Seats and the Future of Nigeria’s Legislature,” aims to ignite national dialogue on one of the most pressing issues in Nigeria’s democratic growth—women’s inclusion in governance.
Designed as an engaging platform for conversation and reform, the weeklong programme is set to explore the transformative potential of reserved legislative seats, structural reforms, and strategic advocacy tools that can reshape Nigeria’s political landscape for women.
Sunday’s service marked both a spiritual grounding and a symbolic reminder of the collective mission to elevate women’s voices in decision-making spaces. With members dressed in their regulation attire and the cathedral filled with solemn hymns and vibrant songs, and hopeful prayers, the event reinforced FIDA’s longstanding commitment to equity, representation, and justice.
As activities continue through the week, with the opening ceremony tomorrow (Monday), FIDA Abuja is expected to engage policymakers, legal practitioners, civil society, and youth leaders in shaping a future where Nigerian women can participate fully—and meaningfully—in legislative governance.
Watch the video of the thanksgiving service below.
