First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Urges Female CEOs to Empower, Mentor Younger Women

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Urges Female CEOs to Empower, Mentor Younger Women

Abuja, Nigeria – September 12, 2025 — Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has charged women in leadership positions, particularly those heading government agencies and organizations, to use their positions to empower other women through economic opportunities and mentorship.

The First Lady gave the charge when the Forum of Female Chief Executive Officers of Government Agencies and Organizations paid her a courtesy visit at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

Describing the CEOs as “trailblazers who fit perfectly into their roles,” Senator Tinubu said they have a duty to replicate themselves in younger women.

“Birth yourselves in others. Look for them to mentor them. Replicate yourself in other women, and that is the way we would be strong,” she said.
“Make yourselves unforgettable by the things you do outside your office.”

She reminded the forum of iconic Nigerian matriarchs such as Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti, Margaret Ekpo, Gambo Sawaba, and Abibat Mogaji, noting that they achieved great impact by uniting and speaking out for women.

“We have to come together, better and stronger than them. We must ensure that we make life easier for women. Mentor young women, give scholarships, take one person through life. Don’t look for the volume,” she added.

Senator Tinubu also reiterated her commitment to championing educational development, citing her call for partnership in completing the National Library project, which she said would benefit indigent students across the country.

Speaking on behalf of the visiting delegation, the Director-General of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, praised the First Lady’s efforts in promoting women’s inclusion and empowerment.

“As a group, Your Excellency, we do not take our mandates lightly and are sincerely grateful to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for deeming us fit to hold our respective offices. We commend your Renewed Hope Initiatives and affirm our commitment to support your programs,” Dabiri-Erewa said.

She added that the forum is committed to collaborating with the First Lady to foster unity among women, champion good governance, and contribute to national development.

Twenty-four female CEOs of various government agencies and organizations were present at the meeting.