ZAMFARA STATE FIRST LADY, HAJIYA HURIYYA DAUDA LAWAL, COMMEMORATES INTERNATIONAL DAY OF GIRL CHILD
The Zamfara State first lady, H.E Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal has joined the global community to mark the International Day of the Girl Child 2025 reaffirming her strong commitment to promoting the quality education, empowerment and protection of the girl child in the State.
According to the press secretary to the first lady of Zamfara State Hajiya Rabi yusuf said that
This year’s celebration themed “The Girl I Am, the Change I Lead: Girls on the Frontlines of Crisis.” Her Excellency explained that the theme reminds the world that girls are not just victims of challenges but also leaders and change makers in homes, schools, and communities. She noted that even in times of conflict, poverty or hardship, girls continue to show strength, courage and leadership, proving that their voices are key to building peace and development.
In her advocacy message, Her Excellency said that “every great nation begins with empowered girls, girls who are taught to believe in their worth, pursue their purpose, and lead with courage.” She added that supporting girls on the frontlines of crisis means giving them access to quality education, healthcare, and leadership opportunities so they can rebuild and shape better societies.
She also emphasized that the girl child deserves quality education, opportunity and representation, not as a privilege but as a right and She expressed optimism that her voice will be heard and her dreams will be supported.
Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal called for continued action to open more opportunities for girls in business, entrepreneurship, leadership, politics, ICT, science and Technology as well as other fields, stressing that “when we invest in the girl child, we invest in progress, peace and prosperity.”
The First Lady therefore encouraged girls across the State and beyond to take pride in who they are and believe in their ability to make positive change, Urging them to keep dreaming, keep learning, and keep working toward becoming their best selves, reminding them that the world is waiting for their light to shine.
