Ben Ezechime, Enugu
The wife of Enugu State Governor, Mrs Nkechinyere Mbah, has promised to support women empowerment in the state.
Mrs Mbah said this in Awgu Local Government Area, the headquarters of Enugu West senatorial zone after her familiarisation visit to the area.
She said that the visit presented her a vital opportunity to connect with the people and understand their concerns.
”My role is that of service, championing courses that affect our families, women, children and communities. We must work together to eliminate social-economic and cultural barriers that prevent our women from succeeding.
“I am dedicated to supporting skills acquisition, maternal health and elimination of gender based violence and creating access to education. No woman should be left behind.” she said.
She also pledged her support for initiatives that would empower women and help them to succeed in their various endeavours.
She expressed optimism that the concerns of the people will shape the programmes and policies they pursue.
Speaking on behalf of the stakeholders in Enugu West, the former Deputy Governor of Enugu State, Hon Mrs Cecilia Ezeilo, thanked Mrs Mbah for the peace and support she has given to her husband.
She noted that his developmental strides were seen in all the 260 political wards in the state and appealed to the governor to bring more development to Enugu West zone.
