First lady Remi Tinubu has renamed the remodelled National Model Creche and Nursery in Abuja after Victoria Gowon, wife of the former military head of state Yakubu Gowon.
Now known as Dr Mrs Victoria Gowan National Creche and Nursery, the facility, established in April 2001, ceased to be functional after the bomb explosion that rocked the Police headquarters in Abuja in June 2011.
Mrs Tinubu, who was represented by the wife of the vice president, Nana Shettima at the commissioning on Tuesday, said that initiatives like the nursery serve as a foundation for progress and a promising future for Nigeria towards improved bonding between mothers and their children.
“Let us continue to work together, supporting, empowering and uplifting one another, as we strive for a more inclusive and equitable society.
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“This facility will serve as a preparatory ground for early childhood care, educational and recreational activities for the children, with the policy thrust to improve the Baby Friendly Initiative of the Federal Government of Nigeria under the Renewed Hope Agenda of the current administration.
“As a mother and an advocate for a better life for families, I am passionate about championing initiatives that empower and uplift the lives of our citizens, especially our women. The establishment of the Work Place Nursery stands as a testament to this administration’s dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for working and nursing mothers,” she said.
Minister of Women Affairs Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye was present at the commissioning.
