International federation of Women lawyers, FIDA in Ekiti State has reinstated its commitment to the protection of women and Girl child’s right.
The Association’s chairperson Mrs Oyinade Olatunbosun stated this in Ado Ekiti when she led other executive members of the group on a courtesy visit to the office of the Governor’s wife.
She explained that issues affecting women and children most especially girl child remained the concern of the association as such were attended to without collecting a dim from those that were negatively affected.
“Our officers do travel to rural areas even through public transport to seek redress for victims of rape, molestation and other forms of Gender Based Violence”she said
Mrs Olatunbosun however appealed to the Governor’s wife to assist the association through the provision of functional vehicle and other incentives that could assist members in providing judicial services to the vulnerable free of charge.
Responding, the Governor’s wife, Dr Olayemi Oyebanji appreciated the female lawyers association urging members never to derail from playing their expected role in seeking redress for the less priveledged at the law court.
“When I see lawyers I am convinced beyond reasonable doubt that they are doing a great job for the society. In that regard I want you to keep the fire burning so that the society can be better for it”she said.
The Governor’s wife therefore added that their request would be looked into and be taken to appropriate quarter for possible consideration.
