100,000 Ogun women empowered to fight poverty, strengthen families - Abiodun

Author: Daily Post StaffPublished on: September 8, 2026Country: Nigeria

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100,000 Ogun women empowered to fight poverty, strengthen families - Abiodun

Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun disclosed that about 100,000 women have benefited from the World Bank-supported Nigeria for Women Programme. He emphasized that women's economic empowerment is crucial for fighting poverty and strengthening families. Abiodun expressed hope that the initiative would be expanded nationwide so that more women could benefit.

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