Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, and other African first ladies underscored the importance of closing the gender gap at the 28th OAFLAD General Assembly. Tinubu emphasized education as vital for breaking poverty and gender inequality cycles. She addressed issues like early marriage and childbearing, announcing the Alternative High School for Girls initiative. Tinubu linked education and health, commending the OAFLAD theme, “Educate Her and Transform Africa.” She also shared government efforts to combat cervical cancer. The assembly focused on collaborative measures to address women’s issues through health, education, and economic empowerment.
