The write-up below by Katdapba K Gobum a season journalist caught the attention of Brainbox News, which exemplifies UN Women position on ensuring that women are given the opportunity to add their voice in leadership positions especially the traditional council.
By Katdapba Y Gobum
Women in these parts are often not always considered for chieftaincy titles.
We know that when they get considered for one, they are always some of the best that are capable and needed for the assignment.
That is why Saturday, May 3, 2025 is distinct for the people of Dawaki of Kanke LGA, PIateau State, Nigeria. It is Pus Rot Pwel, will be celebrated that day.
The District Head of Dawaki, HRH, Nde Julius Gombwir will, on that day, coronate Hon Rose Lawade Wadak as Jaruman Dawaki 1.
Hon Rose Lawade Wadak is a nurse by training. But beyond nursing, she has carved a niche in community development, politics and advocacy.
The bill rightly fits her!
What better way to engage her energies: To speak for causes, and ensure that the lives of people in communities are better and safe.
Sometime in 2021, she had indicated interest in seeking the mandate of the people of Kanke to become chairman of the local government area.
With a strong showing in 2014, she joined the fray to contest to represent Kanke Constituency in the Plateau State House of Assembly.
Though both never came to pass, the message that came in their trail was massive and instructive: That a woman, given her qualifications, experience and antecedence can also be saddled with this responsibility.
Becoming an advisor to the Ngollong Dawaki is sure to propel her further. Knowing her she will not take it for granted.
As she prepares to take on this new task, I am aware that her people are counting on her to change and make causes that would be in touch with current realities.
It is the prayers of many that her voice will remain a constant refrain; and shall not be muted. The chieftaincy is, in the main, created for service and even more to the people of Dawakil and beyond.
I shall not speak for her, but, for her great love for people and causes; this is her season for us to hail the new Jaruman Dawaki 1. And indeed, we do salute her.
