Ogun women celebrate Abiodun wife’s commitment to empowerment efforts

A list of high-profile women in Ogun State, led by the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Motunrayo Adeleye, has hailed the wife of the state governor, Mrs Bamidele Abiodun, for her exemplary leadership and commitment to empowering women while also enhancing the well-being of children in the state.

The women, according to a statement signed by Adeleye and sent to journalists on Thursday, spoke during the special birthday commemoration held for Mrs Bamidele Abiodun at the Juvenile Correctional Centre, Asero, Abeokuta.

Speaking at the event, Adeleye described the First Lady as a worthy symbol of selfless service who has been supportive to the present administration through the promotion of policies, programmes and projects that have aided women empowerment and child protection across the state.
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She noted that the choice of the First Lady’s decision to celebrate with the special children was a reflection of her value as a person who has a firm belief in the lowest strata of society.
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‎The Commissioner said, “Your Excellency, your life transcends ceremonial titles, embodying quiet strength, dignity, and boundless compassion.

Through the transformative work of your Ajose Foundation and the consistent collaboration with our Ministry, you have redefined advocacy, not as a mere slogan, but as a daily commitment to touching lives, restoring hope, and nurturing communities.

“Whether empowering women, educating the girl-child, or championing wellness, your impact is felt in real time, in real spaces, by real people, and the women and children in the state shall ever be grateful to you for this pure love and sincerity of purpose”.
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‎In their respective goodwill messages, the Deputy Speaker, Ogun State House of Assembly, Ajayi Bolanle, Special Adviser to the Governor on Trade, Mrs. Oluwayemisi Dawodu, her counterpart in the ministry of Women Affairs, Mrs. Lawal Olanbiwoninu, Permanent Secretary, Hospital Management Board, Dr. Olayinka Elemide amongst others eulogised the First Lady for being supportive to the causes devoted to uplifting the women and children in the state.

‎They commended Abiodun for her invaluable commitment to serving humanity and admonished the children to dream big, as the present administration would keep providing a safe environment for them.
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‎In her remarks, the First Lady, who appreciated the dignitaries for their wishes, commended the efforts of the state Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development in celebrating the values that she stands for
‎She reassured of her commitment to supporting policies that would give a stronger voice to the children and women.
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‎The highlight of the event was the donation of food and other gift items to the centre by the First Lady.