Earlier today,We celebrated the international Women’s day in a unique way. The entire Management and staff of The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs staged an awareness walk in Abuja as part of side events to mark this year’s celebration of international Women’s Day with the theme, Count Her in:Accelerating Gender Equality Through Economic Empowerment.This day is remarkable for every woman and girl Child globally as we strive to amplify consciousness for the interest and welfare of the female gender. I want to categorically remind all Nigerian Women of their strategic position as stakeholders and key players in National Development and to remain steadfast on this common cause. I wish to encourage those who have been making Nigeria proud in their various endeavors to sustain the momentum. My Ministry will strongly align with this year’s theme by working towards initiatives that promote investment in women to accelerate national growth.