Ogun State Government has inaugurated the State Technical Committee (STC) for the Nigeria for Women Project Scale-Up (NFWP-SU) to strengthen institutional collaboration, improve project efficiency, and ensure long-term impact on women’s livelihoods across the state.
The inauguration, which took place at the Conference Room of the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, was led by the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Adijat Adeleye. She was joined by the Special Assistant to the Governor on Women Affairs, Mrs Bukola Araba, and the Olori of Olowu, Chief Ameenah Matemilola.
Adeleye explained that the committee comprises experts drawn from key ministries, including Agriculture and Food Security, Finance, Industry, Trade and Investment, Women Affairs, Community Development and Cooperatives, Education, Science and Technology, as well as the Chamber of Commerce, priority value-chain associations, and other relevant agencies. She said the diverse composition reflects a strategic approach to removing barriers that restrict women’s participation in the state’s economic activities.
According to her, “The inauguration of the Committee was a continuation of the success story recorded during the first phase of the Nigeria for Women Project, which earned Ogun State national recognition and commendations for excellence in implementation. I therefore attribute the feat to the collective effort and partnership of all stakeholders, which restored citizens’ confidence in the dividends of democratic governance.”
The Commissioner noted that the project aligns with the vision of the state’s founding fathers, aimed at promoting gender inclusion and economic empowerment for women, particularly those in rural communities. She reaffirmed the government’s commitment under Governor Dapo Abiodun to improving the standard of living for women through sustainable development initiatives.
Adeleye charged the committee members to carry out their assignments with renewed zeal, professionalism, and patriotism, stating that the Gateway State has built a strong reputation for excellence that must be maintained. She also praised Governor Abiodun for his leadership and consistent support towards women’s development, saying his efforts have made Ogun State a model for gender-responsive governance and inclusive policy implementation.
“The inauguration of this committee is not just a formality but a call to action. Behind every policy we shape and every report we analyze are real women and real families whose lives will be transformed,” she added.
She further urged the committee to ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of the project’s implementation. Their responsibilities include providing technical guidance, reviewing budgets, ensuring proper fund utilization, and assessing impact delivery to sustain the progress made so far.
Speaking on behalf of the committee members, Mrs Ojikutu Gloria from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security appreciated the state government for its continued support. She said the success achieved in the first phase of the women’s intervention project would inspire the members to put in greater effort in the scale-up phase.
