Ambassador of Ghana & others Demand Increased Efforts to Support Feminism in Africa

Prof. Abena Busia, a Ghanaian ambassador to Brazil, Pauline Tallen, a former minister for women's affairs and social development in Nigeria, and others have stated that the fight for feminism in Africa and Nigeria needs more support from Bisi, the wife of Dr. Kayode Fayemi, the former governor of Ekiti State.

They all made the declaration during a conference called "Sisterhood Across Borders" that was held to commemorate Erelu Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi's (BAF), the wife of the former governor of Ekiti State, turning 60.

Demand and Supply and A Tray of Locust Beans, two feminism-related books authored by the celebrant, were also unveiled at the ceremony, which took place in Lagos on 10^th June.

All of the attendees, particularly the foreigners, praised Fayemi's wife for her contributions to the development of feminism in Nigeria and throughout Africa.

Prof. Busia, the ambassador of Ghana to Brazil, recounted meeting Mrs. Fayemi when she was a feminist activist and how they collaborated to each give a portion of the fight.

She defined the former first lady of Ekiti State as passionate, daring, and courageous, saying that more women like her were required in Africa to fight for the equality of women.

Fayemi's wife received praise from Nigeria's former Minister for Women's Affairs and Social Development, Tallen, for her efforts to reduce women's poverty.

She praised the former first lady of Ekiti State for her several admirable initiatives and activities designed to solve problems impacting women and children when she was in office in the state.

BAF was referred recognised as a mentor and a lady of the people by the event's chairperson, Dr. Abiola Akiyode-Afolabi, in her welcoming speech.

She emphasised that the purpose of the meeting is to respect the celebrant and exchange stories with sisters from across the world who have participated in feminist organising, solidarity building, and taking action in many nations.

She stated that it is necessary to unite in order to recognise the beauty and power that have been realised in this circle despite the borders.

"Today, we honour the unshakable links that cut beyond borders, cultures, and backgrounds. We understand that despite challenges, our shared humanity binds us all together. The concept of "sisterhood" encouraged an attitude of empowerment, solidarity, and empathy. It is evidence of how tough and brave women can be. Reiterating our dedication to developing sisterhood across borders as we assemble here today, let us overcome the constraints imposed by boundaries—whether they be physical or ideological—and embrace the power of sisterhood. Let us construct bridges rather than barriers.”

"Today, we honour a lady who has persistently battled for gender equality, championed women's rights, and encouraged sisters throughout the globe.”

Dr. Olufolake Abdulrazaq, the wife of the governor of the Kwars State, was one of the speakers on behalf of the "Governor's wives forum."

Others who attended the ceremony and paid tribute to Mrs. Fayemi's contributions to feminism were Gertrude Anoh-Quashi, Director of Operations for the Africa Women's Development Fund in Ghana, Jeannette Pratt Eno, a speaker from Sierra Leone, and Jeannette Pratt Eno. African Women's Development Fund board chair Taaka Awori, director of the Open Society Foundation's women's rights division Sarah Mukasa, and vice president of international engagement and service Professor Funmi Olonisakin.