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  Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Barrister Uju Kennedy-Ohaneye has flagged off cash transfer programme and distribution of rice processing machines to women in Bauchi State. Speaking during the flag-off ceremony in Bauchi, the minister said the administration of President Bola Tinubu has procured rice processing machines and other women empowerment tools as part of efforts to tackle and address the plight and sufferings of women. The Minister added that the federal government has sent the machines to 16 states of the federation for women empowerment. “I am focusing on women empowerment. I want less of talking, less of advocacies, I don’t want consultancy at all, you consulted enough without any outcome. So let’s focus on what was consulted before so that Nigerian masses will breathe fresh air as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu said the first time he came to office. “And again, I want agriculture; I want women to feed their children so that as we partner with the army...

  The Honourable Minister of Women Affairs, Barr Uju Kennedy reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to enhancing the lives and well-being of Nigerian women and children during a recent media engagement. Barr Uju Kennedy addressed her plans for women and children while acknowledging the challenges faced by the Ministry. She expressed optimism due to the strong support from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. "There's renewed hope for Nigerian women and children, especially with the unwavering support of our President," stated the Minister. "President Tinubu has pledged his commitment to facilitate the restructuring of the World Bank loan, which will significantly empower Nigerian women." The Minister clarified concerns regarding the loan's legitimacy and restructuring. She emphasized that President Tinubu has approved restructuring the loan to remove unnecessary expenditures like Consultancies, advocacies etc and ensure direct benefits like Socio-Economic Empowerment ...

Minister of Women Affairs Drags Reps Committee Chairman To Court The Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, says she has taken a legal action against Hon. Kafilat Ogbara, a member of the House of Representatives Committee on Women Affairs, amidst the ongoing probe into alleged embezzlement within the ministry. The ministry confirmed the development in a through Musa Abdulrahaman, the minister’s aide while refuting allegations of financial misconduct and reaffirming its commitment to transparency and accountability. Kenuj News had on Wednesday reported that the House of Representatives quizzed Kennedy-Ohaneye over the non-payment of N1.5billion to contractors in spite of the fund release in Abuja. The lawmakers led by Ogbara, Chairman, House Committee, had also queried the Minister for spending unrelated expenditures which include N45 million for a New Year party, N20million for sanitary pads and N1.5million for vehicle fuel. But in the statement releas...

The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs wishes to address recent media reports containing inaccurate information about the Ministry's activities and leadership. We understand the importance of transparency and accountability, and we remain committed to serving Nigerian women effectively. On July 09, 2024, the Honourable Minister, Barr. Uju Kennedy Ohanenye, appeared before the House Committee on Women Affairs as requested.  During the session, she presented comprehensive documentation and explanations to address the rumours or allegations of misappropriated funds. The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs emphasizes that all program and project payments are meticulously authorized, following established civil service regulations.  Approval procedures involve the Director of Finance and Accounts, with final assent by the Permanent Secretary, the Ministry's accounting officer. The Honourable Minister also presented Supporting documents to substantiate the accuracy of all financial tra...