The study appraises the role of women in Nigeria's National Assembly between 1999 and 2011. The data was generated through primary sources and corroborated with secondary materials. Its approach was historical, narrative, and analytical in nature. The study was pillared on liberal feminism and the global advocacy for women's involvement in Nigerian politics. Against this backdrop, it was discovered that women were not watchers but were active participants in the legislative business of the National Assembly. It was also found that women were not adequately represented and were not given principal positions in the National Assembly. Despite their under-representation, they also faced abuse and humiliation by their male counterparts. In order to enhance women participation in Nigerian politics, women’s political rights should be protected, including scaling up the implementation of the 35% Affirmative Action plan. The study also suggests that the politics of verbal assault should be discouraged.
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