occasion of this year’s International Women’s Day, describing them as
the bedrock of society.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi
Adesina in Abuja on Monday, Buhari noted that the theme of the 2021
celebration: “Choose To Challenge”, is apt.
The president restated his administration’s commitment to addressing the
challenges confronting women at various levels of the society.
According to him, several women including seven female ministers, in
addition to scores more are currently in charge of key parastatal
agencies, as well as serving as presidential aides.
He said the women were performing well in their respective ministries
and agencies.
He added that “two female ministers are heading strategic Ministries of
Finance, Budget and National Planning; and Humanitarian Affairs,
Disaster Management and Social Development.”
Buhari applauded their contributions to the successes recorded by the
administration.
He said “I am proud of our women who have shown by dint of hard work and
capacity that they can perform creditably if given the opportunity at
home and on the global stage.”
He pledged further support toward female gender inclusiveness in all
sectors of national life, stressing that “women are key to a happy and
stable family, society and nation.’’
With females forming about half of the country’s population, Buhari
averred that “any government which neglects such a crucial component of
its demographic asset stands the risk of stunted growth and likely
failure.”
He condemned all forms of gender-based discriminations, abuse,
harassment and violence targeted especially at the female folk at work
places, schools, community and national levels.
The Nigerian leader wished all Nigerian women joyous and memorable 2021
International Women’s Day celebration. (NAN)