On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, the Chairperson of the International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria, Rivers State Branch, Mrs. Tamunoemi Life-George, led a distinguished delegation on an advocacy visit to the King of Eleme at his palace in Aleto-Eleme, Rivers State.
The delegation was warmly welcomed by His Royal Majesty, King (Dr.) Emere Philip Osaro Obelle JP (One-Eh Eleme and King of Eleme), accompanied by the respected Chiefs of the ten clans comprising the Eleme Kingdom.
A key focus of the visit was the promotion of the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Law of Rivers State and the Dehumanizing and Harmful Traditional Practices (Abolition and Amendment) Act. The discussions emphasized the importance of raising awareness and ensuring the protection of women’s rights throughout the Eleme community.
An engaging interactive session followed the presentations, where members of the delegation provided detailed responses to questions from the King, Chiefs, and community members, elaborating on the implementation and benefits of these vital legal frameworks.
In his remarks, His Royal Majesty, King Emere Philip Osaro Obelle JP, expressed his deep appreciation to his Chiefs for their prompt attendance and commended the Queen Mother for her efforts in mobilizing the women of the community, who were present in large numbers. He also extended profound gratitude to FIDA Rivers State for its unwavering commitment to justice and the empowerment of women.
The King reaffirmed the Eleme Kingdom’s reverence for women and pledged the community’s continued dedication to peace, equity, and the protection of women’s rights.
To further support community legal literacy, the FIDA delegation presented copies of the VAPP Law (rendered in Special English), the publication “FIDA Rivers on the Move”, and other relevant legal materials to the King and his Chiefs.
Signed:
Tamunoibuemi Life-George
Chairperson, FIDA Nigeria, Rivers State Branch
Rachel Princewill, AIMC
Publicity Secretary/Editor, FIDA Nigeria, Rivers State Branch
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