As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to mark the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, has praised the resilience of women and girls excelling in science and technology.

She assured that the Nigerian government, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, will continue to promote and provide mentorship and support for Nigerian women.
This was contained in a statement signed by her Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Jonathan Eze, on Tuesday in Abuja.

The minister stressed the critical role women and girls play in driving innovation and progress in science and technology, adding that despite facing numerous barriers, women and girls in Nigeria are making significant strides in STEM fields.

She noted that it is a collective responsibility to support and encourage them.
The statement read in part: “This year’s theme, ‘Inclusive Green Growth for Gender Equality’, resonates deeply with our Ministry’s commitment to promoting gender equality and empowering women and girls in Nigeria.

“As we commemorate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, I join the global community in celebrating the achievements of women and girls in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).

“As we mark this important day, I want to emphasise the critical role that women and girls play in driving innovation and progress in science and technology.

“Despite facing numerous barriers, women and girls in Nigeria are making significant strides in STEM fields, and it is our collective responsibility to support and encourage them.

“As a Ministry, we are committed to creating an enabling environment that fosters the participation of women and girls in science and technology. We are working tirelessly to promote STEM education, provide mentorship opportunities, and support research and innovation initiatives that benefit women and girls.

“I call on all stakeholders, including governments, private sector organizations, civil society groups, and individuals, to join us in promoting the participation of women and girls in science and technology.

“Together, we can create a more inclusive and equitable society where women and girls have equal opportunities to pursue their dreams and make meaningful contributions to the scientific community.”