Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has been recognised by partners of the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD), for her intervention in girl child education and hygiene.
The OAFLAD partners comprising Auda-NEPAD, Susan Thompson Buffett Foundation, among others, also acknowledged Mrs Tinubu’s efforts in reducing maternal and child mortality as well as the provision of welfare for mothers and children.
The First Lady, who was represented by the Wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, received the recognition at 29th and 30th Ordinary General Assemblies of the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD) held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD) under the auspices of the “We Are Equal” campaign has been a driving force in promoting gender equality, women’s economic empowerment, and education across the continent.
The meeting highlighted the urgent need for unity among African nations to address challenges facing women and children, especially in conflict areas across the continent.
First Ladies, who spoke at the event, included the First Lady of Sierra Leone and Chairperson of the forum, Dr. Fatima Maada Bio and the First Lady of Ghana, Lordina Mahama.
They were full of praises for the Nigerian First Lady for her contributions to the cause of women and children across Nigeria and beyond, acknowledging her role as a vocal advocate for initiatives aimed at promoting women.
Speaking further on the ideals of OAFLAD, Dr Fatima Maada Bio emphasised the critical connection between sustainable development and peace and noted that women’s rights cannot be fully realised in unstable environments.
In the same vein, the First Lady of Ghana stressed the importance of investing in girl child education and supporting women artisans to build sustainable livelihoods.