From our news desk, Benin
The Edo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to building strategic partnerships with relevant organisations to advance women empowerment, strengthen families and improve the welfare of vulnerable citizens across the State.
The State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Hon. Mrs. Eugenia Abdallah stated this when members of the Remi Tinubu Support Organisation (RETSO), Edo State Chapter, paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry in Benin City.
The visit led by the Edo State Women Leader of RETSO, Mrs. Roselyn Eki Shina Peters was to congratulate the Commissioner on her appointment and explore areas of collaboration in support of grassroots development and social empowerment.
Receiving the delegation, Hon. Abdallah said the administration of Senator Monday Okpebholo remains committed to an inclusive development agenda where no citizen is left behind.
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“Under the leadership of Governor Monday Okpebholo, we are committed to ensuring that no one is left behind, women, men, children, persons with disabilities and other vulnerable members of society.”
She stressed that although the Ministry’s core mandate focuses on women, children and vulnerable groups, its social development responsibilities require attention to the entire family; noting that strong families are essential to building a stable and prosperous society.
The Commissioner commended the philanthropic and empowerment initiatives associated with the Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, and appreciated RETSO for its grassroots-oriented activities.
Noting, that the government alone cannot address all the social and economic challenges confronting citizens, Mrs. Abdallah stressed the importance of partnerships with credible organisations, development groups and other stakeholders.
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She therefore assured the delegation of the Ministry’s readiness to work with RETSO on initiatives that would improve the lives of women, children, families and vulnerable persons across Edo State.
Earlier, Mrs. Shina Peters said RETSO is committed to supporting the developmental vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu under the Renewed Hope Agenda, as well as the SHINE Agenda of the Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo.
She pointed out that empowering women was critical to building stronger families and communities.
As she expressed RETSO’s willingness to collaborate with the Edo State Government in advancing skills development, social welfare, education and human development at the grassroots.
Highlighting the visit, was the presentation of a congratulatory card to the Commissioner by the RETSO delegation on her appointment, and in recognition of her leadership of the Ministry.
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