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OSAMAYE HAILS AIYEDATIWA FOR RUNNING WOMEN-INCLUSIVE GOVERNMENT
…As Nigerian Governors’ Forum Launches Community Of Practice For Women Affairs Commissioners
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has inaugurated a nationwide Community of Practice (COP) for Commissioners of Women Affairs, a move described as a game-changer in the country’s push for gender equality.
Speaking at the inauguration, NGF Chairman and Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, said the platform enables Commissioners and gender experts to collaborate, share best practices and fast-track actions on women’s political participation, economic inclusion, protection from gender-based violence and access to essential services.
The initiative, which started as a pilot in six states, will be expanded to 31 states.
Reacting to the launch, the Ondo State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Dr Seun Osamaye, warmly commended the NGF and its leadership.
“I sincerely appreciate and commend the Nigeria Governors’ Forum under the visionary leadership of Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for establishing this vital Community of Practice,”
Dr Osamaye said the platform marks the end of working in isolation and the beginning of unified, impactful action for Nigerian women and girls.
She said Ondo State is proud to be part of this historic initiative and we are fully committed to its success.
Dr Osamaye praised Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa for his exemplary leadership in placing women in strategic political leadership and supporting gender equality to place Ondo on the global map
The Ondo Commissioner described the COP as a powerful tool for peer learning, policy harmonisation, and collective accountability that will drive lasting progress in gender-responsive governance nationwide.
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