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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
On International Women’s Day, the First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has declared that this is the time to invest in women.
In a statement she issued to join in the celebration of women across the country, while emphasising the theme “Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress”, Mrs. Tinubu highlighted the vital role of women in national development and called for increased investment in women as a strategic move for the progress of Nigeria.
The First Lady stressed the importance of providing women with education, resources, and opportunities to unlock their full potential, support their businesses, break down economic barriers, and ensure their voices are heard.
She encouraged women to support each other and work together towards accelerated progress by investing in one another.
The First Lady said: “Today, on International Women’s Day, I celebrate every woman – Daughters, Sisters, Aunts, Mothers, Grandmothers and also Great grand Mothers, for your resilience, passion, courage that brought us thus far.
“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. “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 what we can achieve collectively.
“#Invest in Women: Accelerate Progress
Happy International Women’s Day.”
