- We’ll give women deserved recognition, position – Wike
- IGP vows force gender policy implementation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to advancing the rights and opportunities of Nigerian women, pledging to dismantle systemic obstacles, expand access to finance, and ensure equitable participation in governance, agriculture, and all sectors of the economy.
In a message commemorating International Women’s Day 2025, the President acknowledged the vital role women play in the nation’s progress and emphasised the need to break barriers that hinder their full potential.
“Our administration is committed in our Renewed Hope pledge to dismantle obstacles, expand access to finance, and ensure equitable opportunities in governance, agriculture, and every sector,” President Tinubu stated.
Reflecting on the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration which set a global agenda for gender equality, the President noted that while progress has been made, many Nigerian women still face significant challenges.
He called for collective action to bridge the gaps and empower women across all spheres of society.
“To our mothers, daughters, sisters—your strength fuels Nigeria’s future,” Tinubu said. “Together, we rise!”
The President lauded Nigerian women for their resilience, brilliance, and contributions to the country, from homes and farms to boardrooms and communities.
He underscored their indispensable role in driving national development and pledged that his government would continue to implement policies that foster inclusion and economic empowerment.
Also eulogizing the virtues of women, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, hailed their invaluable contributions to the society.
Wike said as pillars of “our homes and considering their roles in our society, they are worthy to be celebrated.”
The minister, in his goodwill message, expressed appreciation to women, especially those in the FCT for what he described as their unique roles.
Senior Special Assistant (SSA), to the FCT Minister on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, said in a statement in Milan, Italy, that: “Under Wike as the FCT Minister, women will always get their deserved recognition and positioning.”
He stressed that women were custodian of men and children, noting that their roles in the management and sustenance of the family institution, which is the basic unit in any society, are forever appreciated.
While specially appreciating women in the FCT, Wike urged that they continue to support the government, promising more dividends of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.
He said; “To our women in the FCT, starting from the Minister of State for FCT, Dr. Mahmoud Mariya, and the first female Head of Service, Grace Adayilo, today gives us the opportunity to say we are grateful for the impact you make.
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“For us, we will keep doing our best to make life more meaningful, especially for the women who are undoubtedly, the pillars of our homes.”
On his part, the Inspector-General of Police, (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to promoting equality and fostering a more inclusive environment within the Nigeria Police Force.
Egbetokun said the force is committed to implementing policies and programs that promote gender equality and address gender-based discrimination within the force.
A statement issued yesterday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi said: “The Inspector-General of Police, (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun, extends his warmest felicitations to all women around the world as the world celebrates this year’s International Women’s Day on March 8th 2025.
“The IGP particularly recognizes and deeply appreciates the invaluable contributions of policewomen to the safety, security, and overall effectiveness of the Nigeria Police Force.
“The IGP acknowledges and appreciates the unique skills, efforts, and dedication that women bring to policing, particularly that of the Force Gender Advisor, AIG Aishatu Abubakar Baju, who has played a major role in the establishment of the newly approved Force Gender Policy documents, and pledges commitment to its implementation.
“This is in furtherance of the commitment of the present Police leadership to implementing policies and programs that promote gender equality and address gender-based discrimination within the Force. As part of this policy, the implementation will also feature an increased female representation in vital roles by actively seeking qualified female officers for leadership positions, specialized units, and strategic roles.
“The Nigeria Police Force recognizes that a diverse and inclusive workforce is a stronger and more effective workforce. The Force is committed to creating a workplace where every officer, regardless of gender, has the opportunity to reach their full potential”.