The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged market women across the country to avoid unnecessary hikes in food prices as the festive season approaches. Speaking at the 2024 Ebonyi Women’s Day Celebration at the Pa Ngele Oruta Township Stadium in Abakaliki, she emphasized the importance of fair pricing to ease the financial burden on Nigerians during the yuletide.To support women entrepreneurs in Ebonyi, Mrs. Tinubu donated ₦50 million, 20,000 wrappers, shoes, and bags under her Renewed Hope Initiative, a social investment program aimed at empowering women and promoting sustainable development.
She commended Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru for surpassing the 35% benchmark for female appointments in government roles, noting that key positions such as Deputy Governor and Secretary to the State Government are held by women. Additionally, the governor announced a business recapitalization grant of ₦1 million each for 130 women in the state.Mrs. Tinubu also inaugurated a 3.1-kilometer runway at the Wilberforce Chuba Okadigbo International Airport in Onueke, which is set to begin commercial operations on December 13.
At a meeting with traditional rulers, she lauded their efforts in maintaining peace and encouraged them to continue supporting the Tinubu administration while fostering unity and faith in the country.Governor Nwifuru expressed gratitude for the First Lady’s visit and highlighted the positive impact of her interventions on Ebonyi women, reaffirming his commitment to their development.