From left: Deputy Governor of Plateau State, Hon Josephine Piyo; Deputy Governor Of Ekiti State, Chief (Mrs) Monisade Afuye; First Lady, HE Senator Oluremi Tinubu; Deputy Governor of Kaduna State Dr Hadiza Balarabe and Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Engr. Noimot Salako- Oyedele.
By Charles Okonji
In solidarity with the Renewed Hope Initiative of the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the representatives of the Female Deputy Governors (FDGs) in the country have paid a courtesy visit to Senator Oluremi Tinubu at the State House, Abuja.
The FDGs reaffirmed their unwavering support towards enhancing the lives of Nigerian women through the Renewed Hope Initiative, a pet project of Senator Tinubu.
The Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, who spoke on behalf of FDGs stated that Nigerias human capacity and the future of the country is dependent on the investment made in women, youth and children.
According to her, “As a champion of women’s rights,to amplify and advocate the voices of Nigerian women, youth and children who face challenges in various sectors such as education, healthcare, economic empowerment and politics. We want you to know that we are with you and committed to the cause.“
The Deputy Governors noted that they look forward to sharing the First Lady’s vision and how it will impact and benefit Nigeria to implement policies that will promote equal opportunities for all.
In her response, Senator (Mrs.) Tinubu who expressed gratitude for the support and unity demonstrated to her and the Renewed Hope Initiative by the FDGs that their support in aligning with areas of the initiative which is intended to improve the quality of life of Nigerians is needed especially at a time when Nigerians need succour.
She called unity of purpose, advising them come up with ideas and initiatives that would ameliorate the hardships of the citizens.
“Your support in aligning with areas of the initiative which is intended to improve the quality of life of Nigerians is needed especially at a time when Nigerians need succour”.
“To ensure that the future generations of Nigerians are healthy, educated and productive, the quality of education and skills empowerment for the youth must be a priority”.
“There is still a lot of work needed to eliminate the systematic barriers that hinder the progress of women in the country and results can be achieved with determination and focus especially with the right leadership and support.” The First Lady emphasised.
Also present at the meeting were female Deputy Governors from Kaduna, Plateau and Ekiti States.
