Peter Obi Highlights Women’s Role In Driving Societal Growth

Former Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has said that society will thrive if women are given equal access to education, finance, and leadership opportunities.

Obi said this on Tuesday in Banjul, The Gambia, at the
REFELA National Conference, themed ‘Accelerating Representation, Safeguarding,
and Strengthening Women’s Rights’.

He focused his speech on the theme of this year’s
International Women’s Day, ‘Give to Gain’.

The former Anambra State governor emphasized that the
prosperity of nations is directly tied to how seriously they invest in their
people, particularly women.

He reiterated that nations that deliberately invest in human
capital eventually gain stronger economies and more stable societies.

“When women are given equal access to education, finance,
and leadership opportunities, they become not just participants but critical
drivers of national development.

“For nations seeking lasting prosperity, particularly
Nigeria, The Gambia and other African countries, the path forward must be
aggressive, deliberate, and strategic investment in human capital.

“Prioritising education, healthcare, skills development, and
economic inclusion for women and youth is the foundation for sustainable growth
and development of any nation,” Obi said.

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