Mrs Otti lauds First Lady for championing rights of women

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia

The wife of Abia State Governor, Mrs. Priscilla Chidinma Otti has lauded the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu for championing the rights and welfare of women across the country.

Mrs. Otti said it was the commanding demonstration of leadership and commitment to advancing gender equality, that the President’s wife led the historic signing of a compact with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) during the UNFPA Gender-Based Violence and Harmful Social practices held at the State House, Abuja.

She said the First Lady’s action underscored the significance of the unified action, emphasizing the reinvigorated and collective effort, supported by the UNFPA, to combat gender-based violence across Nigeria.

“This compact is a critical step in the right direction, providing us with a stronger platform to combat gender-based violence in our communities.

“Through this partnership, we are empowered to break the silence, confront harmful practices, and create lasting change for women and girls across Nigeria.

“Senator Tinubu’s pivotal role in this initiative reflects her profound dedication to fostering a safer and more equitable society for women and girls throughout Nigeria.”

The compact signals a united front, with influential leaders across the nation prioritizing the empowerment of women and girls.