Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, recently hosted a distinguished delegation from the United Nations (UN) Women Nigeria, led by Programmes Specialist Mr. Zephenaia Aura.
The high-powered team praised the Kaduna State administration’s unwavering dedication to the economic empowerment of women and its efforts to enhance and expand their participation in governance.
During the meeting, the UN Women Nigeria delegation expressed deep appreciation for Governor Sani’s commitment to fostering gender equality in the state. The team highlighted the administration’s impactful initiatives that have been instrumental in elevating the status of women, particularly in areas of economic empowerment and governance.
The delegation also took the opportunity to inform Governor Sani about the upcoming UN Women’s Open Day event for the North West, which is scheduled to take place in Kaduna. This significant event is expected to bring together key stakeholders from across the region to discuss strategies and share insights on advancing the rights of women and improving their socioeconomic conditions.
In response, Governor Sani reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to continue prioritizing women’s empowerment as a cornerstone of his governance agenda. He emphasized the importance of collaboration with international partners like UN Women to further strengthen the efforts to uplift women and ensure their active participation in all spheres of life.
Governor Sani commended the UN Women Nigeria for its steadfast commitment to improving coordination among key stakeholders in the pursuit of gender equality.
He assured the delegation that Kaduna State would continue to champion policies and programs that promote the rights and welfare of women, thereby contributing to the broader national and global agenda for women’s empowerment.
The upcoming UN Women’s Open Day event in Kaduna is anticipated to serve as a platform for reinforcing these commitments and galvanizing further action towards the realization of gender equality and women’s rights in the North West and beyond.
