Today, we mark International Women’s Day. It is a day set aside to globally celebrate ‘the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women, as well as give a ‘call to action for accelerating gender parity.’

The wife of the president, Aisha Buhari has a few words for women in Nigeria today.

Do see below:

1. Today is a historic day in the struggle for the upliftment of Women across the continents. pic.twitter.com/dtLMFX4P8L

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

2. I recall with happiness the series of steps taken at different levels to drive attention to the plight of women in the areas of health,

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

3. education and opportunities in the scheme of things.  Today has provided yet another opportunity to reflect on the condition of women

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

4. both at the global arena and national level with a view to providing a way forward for the betterment of the Nigerian women.

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

5. As you may be aware, records have shown that women are the most vulnerable and poorest group globally.

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

6. In Nigeria, this gap exists as a result of socio-economic and other factors.  Despite these challenges that women face in their journey,

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

8. Be Bold for Change, encourages taking groundbreaking action that drives the greatest change for women;

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

9. accelerating gender parity and helping women advance and unleash their limitless potential. pic.twitter.com/2h2SH4cKu6

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

10. Let me use this opportunity to reaffirm my commitment towards the cause of women through my initiative @FutureAssured

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

11. from which thousands of women and children have benefitted. It is imperative to appeal to all stakeholders particularly Governments

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

12. at all levels to rise to the global challenge of ensuring the achievement of gender equality and empowerment of all women and girls

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

13. in line with the objective of sustainable development goals. “Educating a woman it is said is educating a Nation or generation”

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

14. it is my wish therefore to felicitate with fellow Nigerian women & women all over the world on this very memorable and important day

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

15. Thank You and God Bless.
Happy International Women's Day. #IWD2017 #InternationalWomensDay #GenderParity #BeBoldForChange pic.twitter.com/kSfY7L98xQ

— Aisha M. Buhari (@aishambuhari) March 8, 2017

Amen.