Journal of Research in Peace, Gender and Development

Abstract

More fundamentally, women have been subjected to domination by men. This is as a result of persisting cultural stereotype, abuse of religious and traditional practises, patriarchal societal structures in which economic, political and social power are dominated by men and the role women have historically played as the followers of male leaders. Women Gender Equality issues has become a global core commitment because equality between men and women is just fair and right. The attainment of gender equality is not only seen as an end itself and human right issues, but as a prerequisite for the achievement of sustainable development. Socio-economic and politics holds prospect for women, gender equality on the aforementioned fronts. To respond to the challenges of gender inequalities and attendant low socioeconomic and political indicators. There is need to recognise gender issues as central to and critical to achieve women gender equality. The research methodology is termed qualitative research and with the use of secondary data gathered from the University Libraries, news print and journals.. The aim of the study was to critically analyse the specific socio-economic and political (gender issues) responsible for the continuous perpetuation of gender inequality in Nigeria. We also proffered strategies to ensure women gender equality in all spheres of activities in the country.