Sulaiman-Ibrahim Flags Off Tinubu’s End-of-year Food Intervention For Women

Minister of Women Affairs, Hon Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has distributed food items to various women groups in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) as part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s end-of-year intervention to support vulnerable women and families.

Speaking at the flag-off ceremony for the Renewed Hope Year-End Intervention program, the Minister stated that the initiative aims to cushion the effects of the current economic challenges women and families face.

“Today’s event, the Renewed Hope Year-End Intervention for Vulnerable Women and Families, reflects His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s mission to address the pressing needs of vulnerable groups. This initiative begins a new era where no one is left behind.”

Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim added that the intervention would be replicated nationwide as part of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to advancing the welfare of women and children across the country.

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“As part of Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Vision, we seek to build a $1 trillion economy, and women are central to achieving this ambitious goal. She said that by unlocking the full potential of women across various sectors, from agriculture to the creative and digital industries, we can create a transformative impact on Nigeria’s economy and society.

The minister emphasised, “As we approach a new year, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is committed to expanding its mission of protecting and empowering women, children, their families, and other vulnerable groups.

“We aim to bring fresh perspectives and innovative approaches to safeguarding, protecting and empowering women and children across Nigeria. Women are the backbone of our society, and empowering them is essential to fostering strong and resilient communities.”

The Director-General of the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development, Dr Asabe Vilita Bashir, and the National President of the Defence Police Officers Wives Association (DEPOWA), Mrs Oghogho Musa, both described the initiative as timely, commending the Ministry for addressing the immediate needs of vulnerable groups.

Different women groups and vulnerable women danced and sang the praises of the President as they received bags of rice and other condiments richly packaged for their families.