The wife of the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Salamatu Gbajabiamila, has called for the elimination of inequality and injustice against women.
Mrs Gbajabiamila in a statement on the occassion of the 2021 International Women’s Day, said despite the challenges faced by women, the strength is always there to move forward and birth new generations.
“At the same time, we acknowledge the challenges we face in the different spheres of our lives and rededicate ourselves to conquering those challenges so each new generation of women can live better and more fulfilled lives than the generation before.”
“As we delight in the hard-won achievements of today, let us prepare ourselves to do all that we can to eliminate from our world the vestiges of inequity and injustice that still too often stand in the way of women achieving their dreams.”
The Speaker’s wife honoured the women who live the spirit of this year’s theme every day and paid tribute to those who strive to do so despite significant obstacles.
“I rejoice in the memory of the women who paved the way, who made sacrifices that made today’s achievements possible. And I applaud all the women and girls who continue to work hard to make their mark in this world in every way possible.
