Over 5,000 Women In Ogun Endorse Tinubu, Abiodun; Call For More Female Political Representation
ABEOKUTA – Over 5,000 Women in Ogun State have formally endorsed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for a second term in office, citing his administration’s women-focused policies and inclusive governance approach, while urging Nigerian women to convert their numerical strength into tangible political power.
This was just as the women threw their weight unanimously behind the Senatorial aspiration of Governor Dapo Abiodun, describing him as an experienced representative that would attract more developmental gains for the sustained development of the Ogun East Senatorial District
The endorsement was made during the 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD) celebration, organized by the State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, at the Royal Pavilion, Ijebu-Ode, had in attendance female political office holders drawn from across the twenty Local Government Areas of the State.
Speaking at the event, the Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, declared the unflinching support of Ogun women for the re-election of President Tinubu, describing his Renewed Hope Agenda as impactful and inclusive, particularly for women.
Salako-Oyedele said “policies of President Tinubu and Governor Dapo Abiodun led administrations at the Federal and State levels have significantly benefited women, with the records of measurable gains in social inclusion, economic participation, and access to opportunities. We are very proud of them and we pledge our unflinching support for them as they move on to the next level”
Corroborating political solidarity for the political aspirations of President Tinubu and Governor Abiodun, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Motunrayo Adijat Adeleye, said the massive turnout of women reflected growing unity, resilience, and influence in public life.
She noted that the 2026 IWD celebration coincided with activities marking the 50th anniversary of the creation of Ogun State, describing the milestone as a reminder of women’s consistent contributions to the state’s growth over the past five decades.
According to Adeleye, “women have remained central to Ogun’s development through family stability, commerce, community building, and increasing participation in governance and the private sector”
She attributed the achievements being celebrated to deliberate leadership and inclusive policies at both federal and state levels, commending President Tinubu for reforms aimed at economic recovery and inclusive growth, as well as Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun for sustaining women-focused initiatives under the ISEYA development agenda.
Acknowledging the contributions of the First Lady of the Federation, Oluremi Tinubu, through the Renewed Hope Initiative, alongside the Ajose Foundation of the State First Lady, Bamidele Abiodun, which she noted has strengthened women empowerment interventions in the state, the Commissioner urged women to translate their population strength into effective political participation, stressing that sustained progress depends on active engagement in the electoral process.
“The responsibility for a greater future rests not only on our shoulders but on our Permanent Voters’ Cards. Women must remain united and support leaders who recognise their value and contribution to governance,” she said.
Speaking on the theme: “Give to Gain”, the guest Speaker, Senator Abiodun Olujimi, described the theme as timely and issued a clarion call for Nigeria to dismantle systemic barriers keeping women at the periphery of power, noting that the current two per cent female participation in politics represents a national crisis that needed to be addressed by all and sundry.
The former Deputy Governor of Ekiti State, stressed that “International Women’s Day is not just a celebration but a moment for deep reflection on the structural reforms required to secure the future of the Nigerian girl-child”
Olujimi argued that existing social and legal frameworks kept failing Nigerian women, likening the collective strength of women to a circle“unbreakable and undefeated.”
She urged women to identify, support, and stand by credible leaders, referencing the inclusive governance style of President Tinubu and Governor Abiodun, while emphasising the need for women to support one another politically and socially.
