The wife of Nigeria’s president, Oluremi Tinubu on Tuesday, March 12, commissioned a Digital Economy Center and E-learning facilities donated by her to Ogbomosho Girls High School.
The First Lady sought full participation and contributions of Nigerian women in the digital revolution as part of the quest for national development.
Speaking at the event, Mrs. Tinubu, who was represented by the wife of Oyo State governor, Tamunominini Makinde, said Nigerians must recognise the role of technology in advancing gender equality by ensuring full participation of women in the digital revolution through access to technology.
She said more women in the digital revolution would enable them to unlock potential and contribute meaningfully to the economic growth, innovation and social progress of the nation.
According to her, the event was a collaborative effort of the Renewed Hope Initiative of President Tinubu and NITDA to provide access to technology for women and girls, saying it marked strategic steps forward in setting the path for Nigerian women and girls to participate and strive in the digital revolution.
She described the centre as a demonstration of the administration of President Tinubu towards ensuring equitable access to education across the nation.
She said “Renewed Hope Initiative in collaboration with NITDA under the National Digital Gender Inclusion Strategy will be extending support to equip more Centers in the remaining states of the federation, NITDA will expand opportunities for digital literacy and empowerment by building and equipping three ICT centres in other parts of the country this year, as we speak, one of the centres is currently being commission at Bauchi state.
“Technology has become a positive tool in our world, shaping everything through communication, and commerce, to education and healthcare, therefore, in the derivation of the digital economy, our women must not be left behind.
“Continuous training, access, and exposure to technology can open new opportunities providing greater access to employment and striving business.
“Presently, we are witnessing remarkable progress in our women and girls in digital space, and is truly inspiring, as you strive towards building a more inclusive and equitable society, I urge all beneficiaries to take full ownership and maximise advantage by this centres.”
She however said the center would inspire them to dream big, nurture their curiosity, and not stop learning, saying Nigeria is waiting for unique talents and contributions of women and girls, and should remember that the opportunities are limited
In her remark, the principal of the school, Mrs Zainab Odekunle said the project would assist the learning process which the teachers and students will be using for efficient education.
Dignitaries at the event include the Head of Service (HOS), Mrs Olubunmi Oni, Commissioner for Works and Transportation, Daud Sangodoyin, Commissioner for Education, Prof. Saliu Adelabu, Commissioner for Special Duties, Alhaja Faosat Sanni and Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs Toyin Balogun among others.
Credit: Thenation
