1000 Peace Ambassadors of Nigeria on Thursday inaugurated 500 Girls/Women Ambassadors to champion the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG5), Gender Equality.
The event hosted by GOLDEN PAGE MAGAZINE held at Nexim House, Central business District Abuja focuses on ending all forms of discrimination against all women and girls everywhere as well as eliminate all forms of violence against all women and girls in the public and private spheres, including trafficking and sexual and other types of exploitation
Humanitarian personalities who graced the occasion advocated for the elimination of all harmful practices, such as early child or forced marriage, female genital mutilation, etc.
The organiser, Ambassador Kingsley Onuche in his opening speech and outlining of the initiative’s objectives, spoke on the need to empower girls, fostering a society where gender equality thrives.
Lending his voice with other speakers, Ambassador Andrew Onu Adama, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Andreams Global LTD emphasised the pivotal role of women in politics and various developmental arenas.
He advocated for tailored empowerment strategies to propel women into leadership roles across society.
Ambassador Arvind Sarangdal, CEO of Four Corner Innovation Construction Ltd, raised poignant questions about Nigeria’s history of female leadership, underscoring the importance of holistic education for women, particularly from rural backgrounds, across diverse fields such as construction, medicine, and governance.
The event also featured insights from luminaries like Ambassador Eghonghon Ogbeide, CEO of IDreams World Foundation, and Temidayo Samuel Oni of Fxcess Nigeria, who stressed the transformative potential of girl child empowerment.
Mahon Acho Righteous, a former Member of the House of Assembly candidate from Taraba, and representatives from Special Babe Care Vagina Care Group reinforced the narrative of empowering the girl child for societal progress.
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In an enlightening discussion with the speakers, this magazine interviewer, Oma, talked exclusively on the purpose and profound impact of the initiative on society.
Their conversations delved into the programme’s scope and its potential to empower girls and women across various domains.
The launch of the 500 Girls/Women Speak Ambassadors heralds a new era of breaking barriers and fostering inclusivity in Nigerian society. With determination and collective effort, it promises to pave the way for a future where every girl’s voice is heard, respected, and empowered.
