Writing by Khadijah Aliyu;Editing by Abubakar Hamza.
Kano State Government has called on widows to embrace self-reliance by engaging in small-scale businesses rather than resorting to begging and to prioritize the education and moral upbringing of their children.
Commissioner for Women Affairs, Children, and Persons with Special Needs, Ambassador Amina Abdullahi, made the call during the inauguration of the Wazobia Widows Welfare Association held in Kano.
Ambassador Amina reaffirmed the state government’s unwavering commitment to supporting initiatives that uplift women particularly widows, whom she described as among the most vulnerable groups in society.
She noted that the Wazobia Widows Welfare Association offers widows a platform to amplify their voices, acquire livelihood skills, access microcredit, and advocate for their rights and welfare.
Ambassador Amina also commended the Association for choosing Kano as the venue for its inauguration, citing the state’s peaceful atmosphere and ongoing reforms promoting women’s empowerment and social inclusion.
In her remarks, the Director-General of the Wazobia Widows Welfare Association, Ambassador Binta Ajoke Aminu, reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to alleviating the hardships faced by widows across the country.
She encouraged women to remain resilient and productive despite challenges, assuring that the Association will continue to provide opportunities that promote financial independence, dignity, and hope.
The event attracted participants from nineteen Northern states, who exchanged ideas on strategies to strengthen widow support systems and enhance their socio-economic well-being.
Rel/Khadijah Aliyu.
