As the two-day National Women’s Conference, NWC, ended in Lagos on Wednesday, the First Lady of the State, Dr. (Mrs.) Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, has called on women across Nigeria to embrace modesty and resourcefulness in managing their homes and businesses amid the current economic condition.
Speaking at the closing ceremony of the National Women’s Conference (NWC) held at the Convention Centre of Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, the Governor’s wife highlighted the need for women to adopt practical approaches in navigating the present economic realities, urging them to explore innovative ways of managing resources effectively.
Dr. Sanwo-Olu emphasised the critical roles women play in nation-building, noting that their ability to balance family, work, and community engagements makes them key players in societal development.
In her address, Dr. Sanwo-Olu highlighted the pressing need for women to adapt to the realities of the current global economic situation by adjusting their lifestyles, focusing on what truly matters, and setting an example in their communities.
According to her, reducing waste and focusing on purposeful spending would strengthen the financial health of households, and by extension, the nation.
She encouraged participants at the Conference to empower themselves with knowledge and skills that would enable them make meaningful contributions to the economy, stressing the importance of financial prudence and self-reliance.
Reaffirming the State government’s commitment to supporting women through various empowerment initiatives and policies aimed at fostering economic growth, Dr. Sanwo-Olu urged women to strengthen their entrepreneurial abilities and seek opportunities that align with their goals.
The First Lady expressed her satisfaction with the active participation of the women at the conference, noting that despite this short duration of this year’s Conference, the quality of the lectures delivered by various speakers remained impactful and insightful. “I am proud that this gathering, just like its previous editions, has exemplified the strength, resilience, and ingenuity of women in our society”, she said.
The First Lady also reflected on the need for flexibility and innovation in addressing today’s challenges. Drawing from COWLSO’s approach of making strategic shifts in focus from year to year, she urged women to be willing to re-strategize for better outcomes.
The conference, which drew women leaders from different sectors across Nigeria, focused on addressing challenges faced by women in a rapidly changing economic landscape.
