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.