Nigeria’s youngest lawmaker, Rukayat Shittu, representing Owode Onire at the Kwara state House of Assembly has embarked on an influential journey to France, where she joins peers from around the world for the organisation of parliamentary work programme.
This initiative, jointly organised by the French Senate and National Assembly and coordinated by campus France, offers young lawmakers and other parliamentary workers a unique platform to engage in high-level parliamentary training and knowledge exchange.
The program is designed to deepen participants’ understanding of legislative processes, policy formulation, and international governance standards.
Through this experience, Shittu, representing her constituency in Kwara state, is expected to gain critical insights into the intricacies of parliamentary work, enriching her capacity to serve in the Nigerian legislature.
The French government’s invitation reaffirms the potential of youth in global legislative affairs.
Abdulrazaq Hamzat, a renowned peace-building professional and human rights ambassador said , Shittu’s presence in the program is not only a milestone for her personally but also a testament to Nigeria’s growing influence on the international stage. “Her training in France is expected to impact her contributions back home, fostering a more informed and globally aware approach to her legislative duties.
“Her experience in France stands as an inspiring story of youth empowerment, signaling promising developments in Nigeria’s political landscape”, Hamzat said.
