The wife of Kogi State governor, Hajia Sefinat Usman Ododo, has expressed profound appreciation to the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, for her unwavering commitment to the welfare and empowerment of women, families, and vulnerable groups across the country.
Hajia Sefinat Ododo gave the commendation when she hosted wives of the 21 Local Government Chairmen in Kogi State at her office in Lokoja.
She noted that the various intervention programmes championed by Senator Oluremi Tinubu, particularly through the Renewed Hope Initiative, have continued to uplift women, strengthen families, and provide hope and succour to vulnerable members of the society.
According to her, the Nigerian First Lady remains a shining example of compassionate leadership and a strong advocate for the advancement of women and children.
The Kogi Governor’s wife also stressed the importance of unity among women leaders at all levels, intensified prayers for the country and leaders to overcome the current security challenges, and collective responsibility towards underprivileged individuals.
She urged the spouses of the local government chairmen to remain committed to promoting peace, encouraging civic participation, and supporting government initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of the people.
Hajia Ododo further called for their support in deepening awareness of the programmes and policies of the Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo-led administration, emphasizing that women remain critical stakeholders in nation-building and grassroots development.
In their goodwill messages, the Wives of the Chairmen of Kabba/Bunu, Dekina, and Okene Local Government Areas, Mrs. Grace Dare, Mrs. Deborah Urah, and Mrs. Aminat Nuhu, respectively, commended Hajia Sefinat Ododo for her impactful leadership and dedication to the welfare of women, children, and vulnerable groups across the state.
Also speaking, Wife of Kogi ALGON Chairman, Mrs. Dupe Helen Olokun, described Mrs Ododo’s numerous interventions as unprecedented.
She notef that they have positively impacted vulnerable households across the State.
She encouraged Mrs Ododo to sustain and expand the initiatives for the benefit of more citizens.
The delegation reaffirmed its commitment to supporting programmes and policies designed to empower women, youths, and vulnerable groups.
It also pledged to work closely with the Office of the Kogi State First Lady to strengthen grassroots engagement and expand the reach of developmental initiatives across the state.
They presented an award to Mrs Ododo in recognition of her humanitarian efforts and further applauded Hajia Ododo’s efforts in promoting social inclusion, economic empowerment, and community-based interventions that are transforming lives and strengthening families across Kogi State.
The meeting also provided an opportunity for discussions on strategies to enhance grassroots mobilization, deepen women’s participation in governance and community development, and sustain support for initiatives that positively impact citizens across the state. (vitalnewsngr.com)
