WorldStage Newsonline– Nigeria’s First Lady, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has donated 50,000 books and instructional materials for distribution to pupils in Bauchi.
Tinubu inaugurated the distribution exercise on Saturday in Bauchi.
Represented by Dr Aisha Mohammed, Wife of the Bauchi State Governor, Tinubu said that the books and other educational items had been provided under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), for distribution to pupils.
She said the books would be distributed to schools through the Local Education Authorities (LEAs).
“The RHI initiative empowers women and girls; the First Lady also disbursed N500,000 each, to 20 women to enable them engage in agriculture,” she said.
Earlier, the Commissioner for Education, Dr Jamila Dahiru, had said that pupils in basic and post basic schools would represent the state in the upcoming African Fabric Competition being organised by the RHI.
She commended the gesture, adding that it would complement the state government’s efforts towards ensuring delivery of free quality education for all.
CELEBRATES WOMEN’S PROGRESS
Sen Oluremi Tinubu, on Saturday in Abuja also celebrated the dedication and milestones achievements of women in the long history of Nigeria.
Oluremi gave this commendation during her address at the celebration of Nigerian women with the theme: ‘Looking Forward’.
The event is in commemoration of the first anniversary of the administration of President Bola Tinubu.
“I am delighted to celebrate you all, the Mothers of our great Nation. The achievements of our women in all sectors of the economy are highly commendable.
“As at the first quarter of year 2024, we had 11-women Chief Executive Officers in the Banking Industry, several women CEO’s in Tech, seven female ministers, seven female Deputy Governors.
“We celebrate all our many firsts, who have blazed the trail, from the legislature to the judiciary, executive and the private sector.’’
According to the first lady, though the President has ordered a low celebration, she had pleaded for the mothers to be celebrated.
“I believe the nation is not in morning but we are on our way to our destination.
“This event has been specially put together to recognise the contributions you have all made in your various spheres of life, in your communities and in the nation at large.
“Gathered here today are women from across all sectors of our society, who have individually and collectively contributed to the development of our great nation.
“Every woman, irrespective of age is a mother, a nurturer, a builder and the foundation on which our families, communities and institutions thrive,’’ she said.
She also commended the elders and young mothers, while urging women to train the young ones to stop walking naked on the streets.
“We are beautiful without being naked; our girls need to be taught how to embrace our culture because we all have sources.
“Among us here are women who have and continue to provide the much needed love, care and support in their homes.
“The sacrifices you make may often go unrecognised especially balancing your careers and household responsibilities.
“However, you remain unwavering in your dedication to your families and communities, I celebrate you all.’’
The Wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, commended the first lady and her husband for their good deeds and leadership roles for a greater nation, “above all, no matter what, let us keep our differences aside for the benefit of all.
“To the wives of governors of different states, please get closer to our mother, Mrs Tinubu, seek for her advice, I don’t know how to appreciate her for being a good role model, her zeal and passion is immense.
Another speakers, Mrs Victoria Gowon, the wife of Former Head of Military Administrator, Rt. Gen. Yakubu Gowon, advised women to be united.
Dame Patience Jonathan, the Wife of former President Goodluck Jonathan, advised women to support the current administration and women in leadership positions.
She further said that the nation would one day provide a woman president if women are united.
Another elder state-woman, Prof. Nike Akande, commended President Tinubu for his impacts, adding that the administration has been projecting the nation economy in the positive direction for stability.
“The bold steps of Mr President in the last one year is inevitable. However, I plead for more support for our president in other for our nation to achieve more success.
Ms Onyeka Onwenu who entertained the audience with her song tittle “one love” also urges all women to show love to one another.
