Niger State Governor Farmer Mohammed Umaru Bago has described the participation of women in governance as icing on the cake.

In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary Bologi Ibrahim, to celebrate the Women on their International Day, the Farmer Governor acknowledged that Women are special and resilient, with physiological as well as mental strength to handle issues.

He said the significant role of women in nation-building cannot be overemphasized pointing out that his administration is committed to giving women fair representation.

The Farmer Governor stressed that women possess the pedigree and wherewithal to occupy more elective and appointed positions to ensure growth in democracy.

He said though his administration has appointed an unprecedented number of Women into various political offices, the Farmer Governor maintained that he is determined to come up with a strategy that would ensure more of them get elective positions in the State.

The Farmer Governor also assured that his government will evolve programmes and policies that would empower and address the needs of women in the State.

While congratulating the Women world over on the occasion of their International Day, Farmer Governor Umaru Bago urged them to remain steadfast, and committed and continue to offer selfless services, individually and collectively, for the overall benefit of humanity.

Bologi Ibrahim

Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Niger State

8/3/2024.