A Commitment to Women’s Empowerment
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining progress in gender parity and women’s empowerment. In a message to mark International Women’s Day 2025, the Chairman of the NGF and Governor of Kwara State, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, emphasized the forum’s dedication to advancing policies that promote gender equality and women’s well-being.
Subheading 2: Collaboration for Progress
Governor AbdulRazaq highlighted the NGF’s ongoing collaboration with stakeholders and women’s organizations to address outstanding challenges and accelerate action in key areas.
“The Nigeria Governors’ Forum stands in firm solidarity with Nigerian women, praising their resilience and struggles for a fair society, as well as their immeasurable contributions to building a more equitable world,” he said.
Allocating Resources for Gender Equality
The NGF chairman announced plans to allocate more resources to initiatives aimed at empowering women and girls, ensuring that progress in gender parity is sustained and expanded.
“We will continue to collaborate with various stakeholders and women’s organizations to sustain the progress made in gender parity and women’s empowerment,” AbdulRazaq stated.
A Safer and More Inclusive Environment
Governor AbdulRazaq reiterated the forum’s commitment to creating a safer and more inclusive environment for women to thrive.
“My colleagues and I at the NGF congratulate Nigerian women on the occasion of International Women’s Day and reassure them of our sustained commitment to creating a more inclusive and safer environment for them to thrive,” he added.
Why This Matters
The NGF’s pledge underscores the critical role of state governments in driving gender equality and women’s empowerment in Nigeria. By prioritizing policies and initiatives that amplify women’s voices and address systemic barriers, the forum aims to build a more equitable society.
What’s Next?
As the NGF continues to allocate resources and collaborate with stakeholders, the focus will be on implementing tangible measures to advance gender parity. These efforts are expected to have a lasting impact on women’s participation in governance, education, and economic opportunities.
