Gombe First Lady Donates Sanitary Pads, Learning Materials to School
By Abubakar Abubakar, Gombe
As part of her commitment to promoting girls’ education, the wife of the Gombe State Governor, Hajiya Asma’u Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, has donated sanitary pads, learning materials, and other essential items to students at Government Girls’ Mega College, Doma,
During the presentation, Hajiya Asma’u highlighted the challenges faced by girls worldwide, noting that the theme of this year’s International Day of the Girl Child, “Girls’ Vision for the Future,” serves as a powerful reminder that girls are not merely passive recipients of aid but are active agents of change with the ability to shape their own future.
“We acknowledge the numerous barriers that girls continue to face, from limited access to education and healthcare to issues like child marriage and gender-based violence,” she said. “Despite these challenges, girls remain hopeful and determined to create a better world for themselves and their communities.”
She further explained that the government envisions a world where every girl has access to quality education, healthcare, and opportunities to pursue their dreams, emphasizing that investing in girls has a positive impact on families, communities, and society as a whole.
The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Asma’u Muhammad Iganus, praised the First Lady’s gesture, noting that such support would encourage girl students.
She also stated that Governor Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya prioritizes education, particularly for girls, with AGILE projects implemented to promote girls’ education in Gombe State.
The Principal of Government Girls’ Mega College, Doma, expressed gratitude to the First Lady for choosing their school to benefit from the initiative, adding that it will have a lasting impact on the students.
