IWD: Women are pillars of community development, driving positive change, Says Dr. Agbolayah

**As he congratulate Mrs. Oborevwori, Olori Atuwatse, and other women

By: Celestine Ukah 

The Special Adviser to Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State on Community Development, Amb. Dr. Toyin Agbolayah JP, says women are pillars of community development, driving positive change across the state.

Dr. Agbolayah stated this Saturday, March 8, in commemoration of this year’s International Women’s Day, where he urged women to emulate those inspiring and do the same to continue adding value to society.

He congratulated the wife of the Delta State Governor, Her Excellency, Deaconess Mrs. Tobore Oborevwori, for her support to women through her pet project extending care to less privileged people and other human capital empowerment support to the people.

Dr. Agbolayah appreciated the wife of the Olu of Warri Kingdom, Olori Atuwatse III, for her sustained empowerment and innovations in women’s support across Warri Kingdom, uniquely making a difference in the area, both within and outside the region, to strengthen the women’s gender agenda.

He emphasized that the contributions of women like her Her Excellency, Mrs. Oborevwori, Olori Atuwatse III who have taken significant strides in leadership and community service, serve as a beacon of hope and inspiration for younger generations.

The Governor’s aide noted “These remarkable women are not just role models; they are catalysts for change, challenging societal norms and breaking barriers to create better opportunities for all,”

Dr. Agbolayah called for continued collaboration among women in various sectors, urging them to forge alliances that would bolster their collective efforts in advocating for women’s rights and development, reaffirming the state government’s commitment to supporting women in all aspects of their lives, through education, entrepreneurship, health initiatives pointing out that Investing in women is investing in the future.