The First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has restated her commitment to empowering women in the country.
She has also noted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unwavering determination to ensure women’s inclusion in leadership roles.
Mrs. Tinubu stated this when she received a delegation from the Department of State Services (DSS) on a courtesy visit.
The Deputy Director-General of the agency, Mrs. Afolashade Adekayaoja, led the delegation.
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The First Lady expressed gratitude for the visit, highlighting the current administration’s priority to empowering women and ensuring their active participation in decision-making at all levels.
Contributions
Mrs. Tinubu emphasised the importance of recognising and rewarding the tireless contributions of women in various sectors, stating that leadership positions held by women serve as a representation of other women across the country.
The First Lady further expressed her hope that the women in leadership would support each other, work collaboratively, and discharge their responsibilities diligently to ensure progress for the nation.
Mrs. Afolashade Adekayaoja, in her remarks, thanked President Bola Tinubu and the First Lady for their strong support in advancing the cause of women in the nation.
She commended their ongoing efforts to place women in key leadership positions, where they can make significant contributions to national governance.
Advocacy
The DSS Deputy Director General also expressed her appreciation for the First Lady’s steadfast advocacy for gender equality and the overall support for the DSS.
She reaffirmed the DSS’s commitment to protecting the lives of Nigerian citizens and ensuring a secure environment for the nation’s continued growth and peaceful governance.
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