The wife of the Nigerian President, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, celebrates women in the country as the world marks International Women’s Day.
In a message to commemorate the day, the First Lady noted with pride the contribution of women to national development.
She said: “Today, on International Women’s Day, I celebrate every woman – Daughters, Sisters, Aunts, Mothers, Grandmothers, and also great-grandmothers, for your resilience, passion, and courage that brought us thus far.
Dwelling on the theme for this year’s celebration, Mrs Tinubu advocated more investments in women to equip them for more service to the nation.
“The theme this year resonates deeply – “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress”. It’s a call to action.
“This is the time to invest in women more than ever. Accelerating progress in any sphere requires that women have to be more involved.
“That is why I see investing in women, not as charity, but a strategy to build the future of our dear nation, Nigeria,” she added.
The First Lady also enjoined women to care more for one another as she wished them a memorable celebration.
“Equipping you with education, resources and opportunities to unleash your full potential, supporting your businesses, helping to dismantle economic barriers, and ensuring your voices are heard is a very crucial step.
Therefore, my question to all women is: what are you doing to help the other woman? How are you investing in her?
Let us all come together, bond and love one another.
“This is the pathway to accelerated progress. I charge all women; just pull a sister up, one at a time. You will be amazed at what we can achieve collectively.
#Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress
Happy International Women’s Day.
God Bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” she concluded.
Dominica Nwabufo
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