As Christians globally celebrate christmas, Nigeria’s Minister for Women Affair on Wednesday said the festive season should be a time for family reunion, love and sharing.
Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim revealed this in statement, through her media team, while felicitating with Nigerian women, children, vulnerable groups, and the entire country.
She said President Bola Tinubu’s renewed hope agenda for women, the elderly, children and vulnerable groups are manifesting in many spheres as the ministry continues to distribute the End of Year food interventions to put smiles on the faces of families.
Sulaiman-Ibrahim however, urged all Nigerian women to use the opportunity of the season to strengthen family bonds, promote peaceful coexistence, and foster a sense of community.
“To all Nigerian women, I say thank you for your resilience, hard work, and dedication to your families and communities. Your contributions to national development are invaluable, and I celebrate you all, she said in the statement issued on Wednesday.
“As we mark the birth of Jesus Christ, I pray that His teachings of love, peace, and kindness continue to guide us as individuals and as a nation.
“Let us also, remember the vulnerable among us, including women, children, and the elderly, who may be struggling during this time. As a nation, we must continue to work towards creating a more inclusive and equitable society, where everyone has access to opportunities and resources.
“As we look to the new year, I reaffirm the Ministry’s commitment to advancing women’s empowerment, gender equality, and social development. We will continue to work tirelessly to address the challenges faced by women and girls, including gender-based violence, economic exclusion, and limited access to education and healthcare”, the Minister added.