Empowerment

Oluremi Tinubu empowers farmers with vital support in Rivers

Published

1 year ago

October 15, 2025

Oluremi Tinubu empowers farmers in Rivers State, distributing agricultural support to 800 beneficiaries to boost food security and national development

Oluremi Tinubu empowers farmers in Rivers State through the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), distributing agricultural materials to 800 local farmers in a bold step toward food security and sustainable development.

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At a brief but impactful event held at the Government House in Port Harcourt, Senator Tinubu — represented by the wife of the state governor, Lady Valerie Fubara — encouraged beneficiaries to make full use of the empowerment materials.

These include seedlings and livestock, provided in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, the Rivers State Government, and the Young Farmers’ Club of Nigeria.

“Grow these seedlings, nurture these livestock, and turn them into good yields,” said Lady Fubara, delivering the First Lady’s message. “As you do that, you will also reawaken the entrepreneurial spirit that we are known for.”

The First Lady’s initiative, which draws inspiration from historical programmes like Operation Feed the Nation and the Green Revolution, was described as a practical move to restore Nigeria’s agricultural might.

It’s more than just aid — it’s a strategic investment in the country’s future.

The Rivers State Government complemented the effort by supporting an additional 400 farmers — 100 youths and 300 older farmers — bringing the total beneficiaries to 800.

Lady Fubara assured the recipients of both the First Lady’s confidence and the state government’s trust in their commitment to success.

“The First Lady of Nigeria is trusting you to make the best use of this opportunity. The Rivers State Government believes in your ability; do not let us down,” she said.

Rivers State Deputy Governor, Professor Ngozi Odu, lauded the initiative as a unifying platform bridging socioeconomic divides through sustainable development.

She commended Lady Fubara for her passion in localising the Renewed Hope Initiative’s programmes.

“This initiative embodies the Federal Government’s commitment to improving lives through sustainable and inclusive development,” Odu said.

Dr Inyingi Brown, Head of the Rivers State Civil Service, described the programme as timely and called on the beneficiaries to act as agents of continuity for the initiative.

She also urged the inclusion of civil servants in future distributions.

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With this empowerment, the Renewed Hope Initiative continues to show not just compassion, but strategic vision, aiming to build a more food-secure, entrepreneurial, and self-reliant Nigeria.

Oluremi Tinubu empowers farmers with vital support in Rivers

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Bauchi Urges Girls to Pursue Education and Skilled Jobs

Published

2 days ago

October 26, 2026

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Bauchi girls’ education campaign urges students to complete school, learn vocational skills and pursue careers traditionally dominated by men

Girls in Bauchi State have been encouraged to complete their education, acquire vocational skills and pursue careers traditionally dominated by men as part of efforts to promote financial independence and reduce gender inequality.

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The call was made on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at an event in Bauchi to mark the International Day of the Girl Child.

The event was organised under the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership Project in collaboration with ActionAid Nigeria, Azurfa Women and Youth Development Initiative, and Fahimta Women and Youth Development Initiative.

Speaking at the event, Mustapha Idris, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer at Fahimta Women and Youth Development Initiative, said the annual observance aimed to raise awareness of girls’ rights and promote their well-being.

He said the programme was designed to encourage girls to explore a wider range of professions and address gender disparities in the workplace.

Idris urged students to use their school holidays to learn practical skills, including shoemaking and soap production, which could help them earn an income and improve their economic prospects.

“Girls should not feel ashamed of learning a trade or engaging in legitimate businesses. These skills can provide them with sources of income, promote financial independence and reduce their reliance on others,” he said.

Monica Tanko, Executive Director of Azurfa Women and Youth Development Initiative, urged the girls to remain committed to their education and avoid leaving school before completing their studies.

She also encouraged them to develop practical skills alongside their formal education, saying the combination could help prepare them for future challenges and employment opportunities.

Tanko stressed the importance of self-reliance while encouraging the students to maintain their personal dignity as they pursued their ambitions.

Timothy Ibrahim, an engineer with more than 20 years of professional experience, encouraged the students to consider engineering and other professions in which women have traditionally been underrepresented.

He urged them not to allow gender stereotypes to discourage them from pursuing their interests, adding that girls could excel when they had access to opportunities, encouragement and support.

His message reinforced the event’s call for girls to look beyond occupations traditionally associated with women and explore careers across technical and professional fields.

The event was attended by female students from several schools in Bauchi metropolis, including Rafin Zurfi, Bakaro, Unguwar Doya, Gudun Sayawa and the Federal Government Girls’ College.

The International Day of the Girl Child is observed annually on October 11 to promote girls’ rights and draw attention to challenges affecting their development.

The Bauchi event used the occasion to highlight the importance of education, vocational training and access to a wider range of career opportunities.

The organisers’ message was that empowering girls requires more than keeping them in school.

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Access to practical skills, supportive role models and opportunities to enter different professions can also help young women build greater economic independence and participate more fully in their communities.