The Federal Government has paid tribute to Abibat Mogaji, the late mother of President Bola Tinubu, by naming the ICT block at the Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development (MBNCWD) in her honour.
At the unveiling ceremony on Tuesday in Abuja, minister of women affairs Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim praised Mogaji as a resilient matriarch and a strong advocate for women’s empowerment.
“We are gathered here to celebrate and honour the remarkable values of gender inclusion, women empowerment, and humanitarian services rendered by a resilient matriarch, mother, and an amazon, the Late Chief Alhaja Abibat Mogaji,” she said.
“She served as a testament to the relentless pursuit of her unwavering commitment to the upliftment of women, and the extraordinary efforts in creating a more compassionate society; where no one is left behind.
“As we unveil the new name of the ICT block, let it be a symbol of our pledge to strive harder for the rights of women, to honor their contributions to our country.
“To build a society where every woman and child can fulfil their potential with dignity and pride.”
First lady Oluremi Tinubu, represented by Nana Shettima, emphasised technology’s vital role in transforming women’s lives.
“Access to information and communication technology is no longer a luxury, but a necessity,” she said.
Director general of MBNCWD Dr Asabe Vilita-Bashir highlighted Mogaji’s advocacy for women’s economic empowerment and grassroots development.
“Let this ICT block be a constant reminder of the need for inclusivity in our programmes and plans,” she added.
President of the Nigeria Market Women Association Felicia Sani lauded Mogaji as a great women mobiliser and advocate for women’s economic empowerment.
Sani urged the government to establish international markets nationwide, empowering women and generating revenue for the country.
