The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged continued efforts to promote gender equality across the nation.
She highlighted that gender equality plays a vital role in building a peaceful, fair society and fostering sustainable development.
Addressing the 2024 Gender Conference on Tuesday at the University of Lagos, she stressed the importance of justice, fairness, and empowerment in driving societal progress.
“Gender equality is essential for achieving a peaceful and equitable society,” Tinubu declared during her keynote address.
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged continued efforts to promote gender equality across the nation.
She highlighted that gender equality plays a vital role in building a peaceful, fair society and fostering sustainable development.
Addressing the 2024 Gender Conference on Tuesday at the University of Lagos, she stressed the importance of justice, fairness, and empowerment in driving societal progress.
She added, “Women and girls represent half of the world’s population and potential. Empowering them is critical for productivity and economic growth.”
The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged continued efforts to promote gender equality across the nation.
She highlighted that gender equality plays a vital role in building a peaceful, fair society and fostering sustainable development.
Addressing the 2024 Gender Conference on Tuesday at the University of Lagos, she stressed the importance of justice, fairness, and empowerment in driving societal progress.
“I worked for 12 years in politics without having the numbers to influence policies directly affecting us. For instance, I couldn’t effectively oppose laws like child marriage, which severely impacts young girls,” she said.
Tinubu encouraged women to proactively seek out opportunities instead of waiting for them to be offered.
“Be bold, stay informed, and create your own opportunities. Hard work and faith go hand in hand,” she advised.
The First Lady of Oyo State, Tamunominini Makinde, highlighted the significance of achieving gender equality for both men and women in her goodwill message.
“Gender equality is not just about women. A man can be a nurse, and a woman can be a pilot or a lawyer. It’s about having the opportunity to pursue your dreams irrespective of gender,” she stated.
Makinde also urged women pursuing careers in traditionally male-dominated fields to ensure they are well-prepared.
“Ask yourself: How well do you know the field? Who has succeeded in it before you? What can you do better? These questions will help you build a solid foundation,” she said.
