– As women groups drum support for Gov ahead of election
Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has said that his administration will prioritize the inclusion and empowerment of women across all levels of government in continuation of his efforts to ensure gender inclusiveness which is crucial for development and progress.
Governor Aiyedatiwa made this assertion during a women’s summit organized by the National Council for Women Societies (NCWS), Ondo State chapter, at the International Culture and Events Center in Akure, on Tuesday.
The Governor commended the NCWS for its longstanding dedication to advancing not only women’s rights but also the welfare of the entire society, praising the Council’s leadership under Mrs. Oluseyi Odusola.
He also commended the ingenuity in organizing such a significant event, emphasizing that the conference would inspire women to contribute significantly to nation-building, with Ondo State as a leading platform.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to gender inclusivity, Governor Aiyedatiwa assured on continued efforts to increase women’s representation in governance, recognizing their trustworthiness and capacity to drive growth and development.
“Similarly, let me assure you, our mothers that our administration is not relenting in its efforts at making life better for our people in the State. We shall continue to pursue programmes and policies to relieve parents of the burden of parenthood towards our children.
“This year, the State Government had paid WAEC fees for our children in public secondary schools. We have plans for bursaries and scholarships, the details of which are being worked out.
“We are equally collaborating effectively with the Federal Government to make food available and affordable to the public. The State Government had set up an Agriculture and Food Security Committee that is doing a good job….
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