First Lady, Senator OluRemi Tinubu, has encouraged young girls across Nigeria to remain confident and innovative as they prepare to participate in the nation’s growing digital economy.
Speaking at a dinner ceremony for winners of the third National Girls in ICT Competition organised by the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Senator OluRemi Tinubu commended the participants for their creativity and resilience.
She noted that over 3,700 girls from the six geopolitical zones took part in this year’s programme through competitions, boot camps, mentorship sessions, and innovation challenges.
The First Lady praised the innovative projects developed by the participants in areas such as agriculture, healthcare, and inclusive education, describing them as evidence of the programme’s success in building digital skills, leadership, and problem solving abilities among young girls.
She said the initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, which prioritises youth empowerment, digital innovation, education, economic inclusion, and human capital development.
Senator OluRemi Tinubu also welcomed the introduction of Code Clubs, describing them as a strategic investment in nurturing Nigeria’s next generation of innovators and technology leaders.
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