Prosper Okoye
During the 2026 International Women’s Day celebrations on March 8, Bola Ahmed Tinubu issued a message recognising the contributions of Nigerian women and restating his administration’s commitments under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The President’s message aligned with the global theme for the 2026 commemoration — “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls.” He emphasised the need to create an enabling environment that allows women and girls to learn, work, lead and contribute to national development.
Although the statement was largely celebratory and did not introduce new policies, it highlighted several commitments that reflect the government’s broader approach to women’s development in Nigeria. Below are eight key promises drawn from the President’s message and related analyses.
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Tinubu pledged that the government would continue creating conditions that allow every Nigerian girl to access education. He described education as a key foundation for national development and emphasised the need to ensure that girls have the opportunity to learn and reach their potential.
Economic Empowerment for Women
The President also promised continued support for women’s economic advancement. According to the message, the government will work to ensure that women can thrive economically, particularly by supporting entrepreneurs, professionals and women-led businesses across the country.
Inclusion in National Development
Another commitment was to ensure that women’s voices are included in national decision-making. Tinubu said Nigerian women must have the opportunity to participate fully in shaping the country’s future and contributing to its development.
Recognition of Women’s Contributions Across Society
Tinubu acknowledged the resilience and dedication of women working in different sectors of society. From homes and farms to markets, offices and leadership roles, he pledged that the government would continue recognising and supporting women’s contributions to national growth.
Removing Barriers to Women’s Progress
The President also referenced the legacy of women who struggled for democracy and social justice in Nigeria. He promised that the government would work towards creating an environment that removes barriers preventing women from advancing in different areas of life.
Support for Women’s Role in Families and Communities
Tinubu highlighted the daily efforts of millions of women who support families and communities across the country. He pledged that government policies would continue to recognise and support these roles as part of broader nation-building efforts.
Commitment Under the Renewed Hope Agenda
Under the Renewed Hope Agenda, Tinubu reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to advancing women’s rights and social development. The government has designated 2026 as the Year of Families and Social Development, which includes strategic investments aimed at strengthening gender equality and social welfare.
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Shared Responsibility to Empower Women
Finally, Tinubu stressed that empowering women is not only a government responsibility but also a societal duty. He reiterated that creating opportunities for women to rise will ultimately benefit the entire country.
According to the President, the progress of Nigerian women remains closely tied to the nation’s overall development. As he concluded in his message, when women rise, Nigeria rises with them.
Prosper Okoye is a Correspondent and Research Writer at Prime Business Africa, a Nigerian journalist with experience in development reporting, public affairs, and policy-focused storytelling across Africa
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