(NAIJA TV/FMG) – Laya Tinubu has marked International Women’s Day 2026 with a powerful message celebrating progress while urging continued action toward equal opportunities for women across Nigeria and beyond.
In a statement shared on social media, Tinubu emphasised the importance of accelerating opportunities and creating sustainable impact for women and girls.
“On this International Women’s Day, we reaffirm our commitment to accelerating opportunities for women and creating lasting impact,” she wrote. “Here’s to celebrating progress, empowering women, and building a future where every woman has equal access to opportunity and the freedom to pursue her purpose without limitations.”
Her message resonated with thousands of followers who applauded the call for gender equality and women’s empowerment. The statement aligns with this year’s global theme of accelerating action toward closing the gender gap in leadership, education, and economic participation.
International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8, serves as a global focal point for women’s rights movements, bringing attention to issues including gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence against women.
Tinubu’s message adds to the chorus of voices worldwide calling for systemic change to ensure women can thrive without barriers or limitations.
