Yobe women lawyers' federation inaugurates new executives

The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria, Yobe branch, has inaugurated the newly elected executive members of the association in Yobe state.

The inauguration ceremony which was held Thursday at the Ministry of Justice, state secretariat complex in Damaturu, was administered by the chief magistrate, Amina Abubakar Bashir.

The chief magistrate charged the sworn in exco to carry all the female lawyers in the state along and work in line with the FIDA constitution to take the association to the higher level.

Speaking to newsmen, the outgoing chairperson of FIDA, Yobe,  Hannatu Farouk Jauro, highlighted some of the association’s achievement  which includes; prosecuting  many GBV cases with the support of the Ministry of Justice and being able to secure conviction of 1,5,7,10,15,25 years and up to life imprisonment.

“We also see that adequate compensation was given to survivors of GBV and the FIDA Yobe branch were at the forefront through the SARC steering committee to advocate to the CJ for the designation of special court in Yobe state  which is now a reality among others,” Hannatu said.

In her acceptance speech, the newly inaugurated  chairperson, Aisha Isa pledged to serve as a true servant leader and dedicated herself to champion the rights of women and children  in Yobe state.


She further stated that: “I commit to promoting gender equality and provide free legal services to those in need, ensuring that justice and protection are accessible to all.”

The new executive members are: Chairperson: Aisha Isa, vice chairperson, Fatima A Muhammad , secretary, Fatima M Auwal, assistant secretary, Zara I Mustapha and treasurer, Hauwa U Hardo.

Others include; Publicity Secretary,Hadiza N.Geidam,Asst publicity Secretary,Hafsat S. Abdulwahab,Financial Secretary,Kaltime Aliyu and Welfare Secretary,Fatima A.Nguru respectively.

The event also witnessed the presentation of certificates of appreciation to the outgoing executives who have contributed to the association’s success in the state.





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