Emmanuel lkpeama
In a bid to address the significant gap in accessing monetary fund for women,the Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Hajiya Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim,has met with the CEO Of LOHI Consulting,Mr. Simpson Eimiakhena, to discuss the establishment of a dedicated National Microfinance Bank exclusively for women in Nigeria.
The Minister emphasized that microfinance services can significantly contribute to women’s empowerment by enhancing their decision-making power and overall socio-economic status.
The Honourable Minister went further to expressed her passion for advancing initiatives that promote women’s empowerment and support their families.
She acknowledged the proposal as timely and pledged to initiate the project plan, highlighting its potential to transform women’s lives through improved financial inclusion and socio-economic opportunities.
Investigator news reports that the establishment of a National Microfinance Bank for women is a critical step towards promoting gender equality and economic growth in Nigeria.
The Minister’s commitment to this initiative demonstrates her dedication to the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on empowering women and improving their socio-economic status.