Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, has called on parents across the country to raise their daughters with strong moral values, stressing the importance of modesty, discipline and good character in shaping the future of young girls.
Mrs Tinubu made the appeal in Abuja on Thursday while hosting Muslim and Christian women at an interfaith gathering held to mark both the Islamic fasting period of Ramadan and the Christian season of Lent.
The event brought together women from different religious backgrounds for an Iftar and breakfast meeting aimed at promoting unity, shared values and support for young people.
Addressing the gathering, the First Lady urged parents to play a more active role in guiding their daughters, noting that the foundation for responsible womanhood begins at home.
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She said girls must be taught the virtues of modesty, respect and integrity so they can grow into responsible women who contribute positively to society.
Mrs Tinubu also called on women to take deliberate steps to mentor younger girls, especially those from disadvantaged families who may lack the support and opportunities needed to succeed.
According to her, mentoring and educational support can transform the lives of many girls and help them overcome poverty and social barriers.
“I challenge you to have a mentee with you, so that not somebody you’ll have been mentoring all the time, but just pour into the life of a young girl from an indigent background,” she said.
“You know, help them, even if it is to give a scholarship, encourage them, and teach them. Teach them good virtue. Teach them how to be good women.”
The First Lady emphasised that women have a critical role in shaping the next generation by providing guidance, emotional support and positive examples for young girls.
She noted that mentorship programmes could help many girls discover their potential and pursue education and career opportunities that may otherwise remain out of reach.
Mrs Tinubu also highlighted the importance of unity among Nigerians of different faiths, saying gatherings that bring together Christians and Muslims demonstrate the country’s shared values and commitment to peaceful coexistence.
Observers at the event said the meeting reflected growing efforts by community and religious leaders to promote moral guidance, education and support systems for young girls across Nigeria.
The First Lady’s message comes at a time when many organisations and advocacy groups are pushing for greater investment in girls’ education and empowerment programmes nationwide.
By encouraging parents and women to mentor young girls, Mrs Tinubu said Nigeria can build a generation of confident, responsible and well-educated women capable of contributing to national development.
