Nigerian officials discuss women's leadership and political mobilization

In Lagos, Deputy Governor Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to promoting women’s leadership and economic inclusion during the 25th Annual Conference of Women in Management, Business and Public Service (WIMBIZ). Hamzat noted that while Lagos has made progress, further efforts are needed to eliminate barriers and create an enabling environment for women to thrive through initiatives like The Lagos PROMISE.

In Kaduna, Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Sadiq Mamman Lagos, announced plans to mobilize over one million women to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani in the 2027 general elections. The commissioner highlighted the Operation Tsapta program, which has reportedly provided employment to more than 8,000 women, as a key driver for economic empowerment and political engagement.