Nigeria’s First Project, a group of concerned citizens, has called for the constitutional recognition of the office of the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and the wives of state governors and local government council chairmen. The group believes this recognition will enable them to effectively carry out their roles in advancing women’s and children’s welfare and community development.
At a press conference in Kaduna, National Coordinator Hon. Jonah Bonet emphasized the need for a bill to empower the First Ladies to focus on advocacy, humanitarian services, and social welfare initiatives. He commended the efforts of First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu and Kaduna State First Lady Hajiya Hafsat Uba Sani, citing their positive impact on women’s lives.
The group also acknowledged the contributions of wives of service chiefs, such as Mrs. Oghogho Christopher Musa, President of the Defence and Police Officers Wives Association (DEPOWA). They stressed that these efforts require constitutional backing to make a more significant impact.
Additionally, the group addressed the current state of Nigeria, urging unity and cooperation among citizens to address challenges. They commended President Bola Tinubu’s recent actions, such as signing the National Minimum Wage into law, and encouraged media, religious, and traditional leaders to promote messages of hope and unity.
