Transforming Women's Property Rights: NCW Advocates Legislative Reforms

Experts at an NCW consultation discussed the complexities of women's property rights under various personal and customary laws. The need for legislative reforms to address inequities and economically empower women was emphasized. Distinguished participants, including former judges and legal experts, shared their insights on inheritance and succession rights.

Experts convened at a National Commission for Women (NCW) consultation on Saturday to delve into the complexities of women's property rights under diverse personal laws and customary practices.

The event stressed the urgent need for legislative reforms aimed at addressing existing inequities and economically empowering women.

Distinguished participants, including former high court judges and legal luminaries, highlighted the necessity of reforming inheritance and succession rights to ensure gender equality.