On the occasion of the 2024 International Women’s Day (IWD), President Bola Tinubu has described Nigerian women as the pivot of the nation.
In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, the president acknowledged the role of women in nation building, emphasising that without a scintilla of doubt, Nigerian women are elemental to the development, growth, and greatness of the nation.
“The President affirms that in every discipline and field of human endeavour, the standout achievements of Nigerian women have become a testament to the resilience, strength, courage, and ingenuity of all women across the world, as well as a mark of their exceptional quality as emissaries of hope and possibilities,” the statement read in part.
Tinubu noted that the theme of this year’s International Women’s Day, ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress’, fits well within his administration’s policy initiatives on educating and empowering women, not only through inclusion in governance, but also by ensuring that they remain relevant and unimpeachable voices in the development process across all sectors of the economy.
The president stated that his administration is focused on providing investments in educating the girl child, while fostering inclusive programmes and initiatives that bolster their active roles in the areas of knowledge, science, technology, research and innovation into the future.
“President Tinubu celebrates with Nigerian women on this auspicious occasion, assuring them that his administration will always prioritize their welfare, protect their rights, and advance their causes,” the statement further read.