IWD: My administration will always prioritise women’s welfare, says Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu says his administration is committed to prioritising the welfare of women and protecting their rights.

In a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, presidential spokesperson, to commemorate International Women’s Day (IWD) 2024, Tinubu acknowledged the role of women in nation building.

He noted that without a doubt, Nigerian women are elemental to the development, growth, and greatness of the nation.

The president said 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.

Tinubu added 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.

Tinubu said 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.