Orelope-Adefulire made this assertion in a statement
released by her Special Assistant on media, Desmond Utomwen, in observance of
the 2024 International Women’s Day.
Aligned with this year’s theme, ‘Invest in Women: Accelerate
Progress,’ and the campaign theme, ‘Inspire Inclusion,’ Princess
Orelope-Adefulire stressed that sustainable development cannot be attained if
women are marginalized.
The Presidential Aide called upon stakeholders from both the
public and private sectors to reaffirm their commitment to the noble goals of
women’s empowerment and inclusion for the collective advancement of Nigerian
society and humanity at large.
Furthermore, she highlighted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s
commendable efforts in advancing policies and programs promoting gender
empowerment and inclusion under his administration, serving as a beacon for
others.
Orelope-Adefulire, a former deputy governor of Lagos State,
noted that the President has always been a passionate advocate of inclusion,
diversity and empowerment.
“The President is a passionate believer in gender equality.
It is his view that we cannot attain the prosperity we desire as a country
without inclusion, empowerment, and treating our women right. He has not only
committed himself to these ideals in words and speeches since he assumed
office, but he has also demonstrated this in appointments and policies being
implemented so far,” the Presidential Adviser said.
“We should all be inspired by the President’s commitment and
rededicate ourselves to the task of women’s empowerment and inclusion as we
mark this year’s International Women’s Day. I congratulate our women for
witnessing another IWD,” she concluded.