Dr. Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, the Honorable Mandate Secretary for the Women Affairs Secretariat of the Federal Capital Territory, has expressed her heartfelt congratulations to Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, on her recent election to the Steering Committee of the Organization of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD).
Senator Tinubu’s election took place during the 29th Ordinary General Assembly of OAFLAD in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where she was recognized for her visionary leadership and impactful contributions through initiatives like the Renewed Hope Initiative. Her new role on the Steering Committee, which is the highest decision-making body of OAFLAD, will see her serve alongside other prominent African First Ladies, focusing on policies that enhance gender equality, women’s empowerment, and family cohesion.
The congratulations from Dr. Benjamins-Laniyi reflect a broader sentiment of support and admiration from the Nigerian government and its officials towards Senator Tinubu’s international recognition. Her work within OAFLAD is expected to improve Nigeria’s commitment to the organization’s strategic framework for 2025-2030, aiming at sustainable social development through advocacy, resource mobilization, and partnership fostering.
As Senator Tinubu embarks on this new chapter, the support from figures like Dr. Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi not only celebrates her achievement but also underscores a collective resolve to continue advancing the cause of women in Nigeria and Africa at large.
