In a surprising turn of events, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, the Minister of Women Affairs, has once again disrupted an event organized by the Ministry without her approval.
The Minister issued a stern warning to the organizers, stating that if such an incident is repeated, she will not hesitate to disgrace them publicly.
A video circulating on social media captures the Minister expressing her dissatisfaction with the organization of workshops and seminars that fail to prioritize women empowerment. While she clarified that she is not against such events, she emphasized that organizers must ensure that their activities directly contribute to the empowerment of women.
Minister Kennedy-Ohanenye passionately argued that merely organizing workshops and seminars does not yield tangible impact on the lives of the people. She highlighted the recent hunger protests and discussions about peace and security, pointing out that women remain disempowered and children continue to suffer amidst the challenges faced by Nigerians.
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Chioma Kate Unini (@thenigerialawyer)
“I am sorry. Many people may misunderstand me, but I am ready to be misunderstood. I am ready to be tortured. I have changed the narrative; I said no programme without empowerment,” the Minister declared.
She further questioned the effectiveness of addressing poverty and achieving peace through workshops alone, emphasizing the need for direct empowerment initiatives. The Minister expressed her shock at the substantial funds allocated to ministries, which she believes are often misused for travel and programs that fail to make a meaningful impact on the nation.
Minister Kennedy-Ohanenye reiterated her stance, stating, “I have changed the narrative. I said do not do any programme without empowerment.” She challenged individuals to take responsibility for their own salvation, acknowledging that she may be labeled as a troublemaker or a mad woman for her bold stance.
The post “No Programme Without Empowerment”: Again, Minister Disrupts Unapproved Women Affairs Event appeared first on TheNigeriaLawyer.