By Laide Akinboade, Abuja 

 The First Lady of The Federal Republic Of Nigeria;  Senator Oluremi Tinubu, said it is imperative  for every woman I Nigeria must  be able to fulfill herself given potential.

The First Lady made this Statement during an Event organized by an NGO,  Women Helping Hand Initiative to celebrate The 2024 International Women’s Day.

According to the First Lady who was represented by The Mandate Secretary, FCT Women Affairs Secretariat Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi; She said it was important to acknowledge the discrimination, violence inequality that Women often encounter.

She commended The Founder of the Women Helping Hand Initiative, Wife of The Former Vice President, Mrs Dolapo Osibajo, for her effort in supporting Women through education, advocacy and Community Outreach.

According to Tinubu,  “Women have been overcoming ruthless obstacles through resilience and determination in their various fields of endeavors; and as we reflect on the progress we have made, we must also acknowledge the challenges that still lie ahead”.

She said that Women continue to face discrimination in many areas of their lives and it is a collective responsibility to work towards a future where every Woman can fulfill her Potential.

 The Women’s Helping Hands Initiative is an organization, aimed at assisting women, children, and young adults through mentoring, skill acquisition, counseling, and rehabilitation. 

Tinubu commended Dolapo Osinbajo and the team at the Women’s Helping Hand Initiative for their efforts in supporting women through education, advocacy, and community outreach.

She further stated that  “Women resilience in facing  discrimination violence and inequality in many aspects of their lives, it is our collective responsibility to work towards a future where every woman and girl can fulfill her potential”

The First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu emphasized the Women supporting and inspiring one another to achieve Gender equality and create a more just and inclusive Society.

She commended The participants for their dedication and effort towards a brighter for all Women and Girls.

The Founder of Women Helping Hand Initiative,  Mrs. Dolapo Osinbajo urged women to step forward and offer support to other  women, girls, and the vulnerable.

 She highlighted the Concerned Mothers program, which focuses on safeguarding the well-being of girls and young children.

 Mrs. Osinbajo also addressed the obstacles encountered by these individuals, emphasizing the importance of collective action to address their needs.

Additionally, the launch of “The Shining Light” book written by Adesuwa Iyare, former photographer to the wife of the Ex-Vice President, was launched in a very unusual way where dignitaries; including Cousin to the Founder, Mr Olusegun Awolowo step up to read portions from the book that chronicles the journey of Mrs Dolapo Osibajo’s journey with  vulnerable groups 

 The book, dedicated to H.E. Dolapo Osinbajo, aims to inspire and shed light on the remarkable work of women in society.

 Mrs Ajoke Murtala Mohammed commended the organization’s Initiative encouraging others to support them, if they can’t join them. 

Furthermore, various activities such as a fashion show were held to support and encourage women in their endeavours. 

The event which took place at A Class Garden last Week Thursday ( March 7) served as a platform to promote unity and empowerment among women.

The event concluded with a call to action by participants for  continued collaboration and advocacy to ensure that women’s voices are heard, their rights protected, and their dreams nurtured. International Women’s Day serves as a reminder of the progress made and the work that still lies ahead in achieving gender equality.