The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu (CON), has launched the Southwest Huawei Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Women in Tech Training program to empower women entrepreneurs with tech and digital skills for economic growth and development. The training program, held at the University of Lagos, aims to equip women with the necessary skills and resources to compete in the technology world.
In her address to participants, the First Lady emphasized the importance of gender equality and full participation of women in decision-making processes. She highlighted the role of technology in driving economic growth and providing solutions to global challenges in various sectors.
The Huawei Women in Tech Digital Training program is seen as a symbol of the government’s commitment to bridging the gender divide in the digital world. The Renewed Hope Initiative, championed by Senator Tinubu, covers areas such as agriculture, economic empowerment, social investment, health, and education, with meaningful interventions aimed at improving the lives of Nigerians.
The partnership between Huawei and the government will see the tech training program run across all geo-political zones, with the first phase covering states in the South-West region. Participants were urged to use technology as a catalyst for positive change and to create a world where every woman has the opportunity to thrive.
Overall, the initiative is poised to positively impact the lives of Nigerians by bringing individuals out of poverty, educating them, and guiding them towards better lives for their families. The training program is a step towards empowering women entrepreneurs and promoting gender equality in the technology sector.