By Khalid Idris Doya
A group, SESHEB Initiative for Sustainable Development, has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering women and youth in Bauchi State.
The State Coordinator of the Initiative, Hajiya Baheejah Mahmood Abdullahi, stated this during the inauguration of Local Government Coordinators of the Initiative yesterday in Bauchi.
According to her, SESHEB’s mission was to uplift, support, and transform the lives of the most vulnerable, particularly women, children, and marginalized groups.
She added that the mandate of the group was also to provide enlightenment, advocacy, support services, access to interventions, and platforms for skills development and sustainable empowerment.
Hajiya Abdullahi urged citizens to take proactive steps in transforming their lives amid growing demands that exceeded the government’s capacity.
While stressing the importance of women's participation in politics, she argued that electing capable leaders into elective positions is essential to achieving meaningful change.
"If good leaders are not elected, there will be no way to improve the lives of the people and I want to state that women, who often bear the brunt of societal challenges, must rise to the occasion and become self-reliant.
"That is why this group is committed to finding ways for women to stand on their own feet and take control of their economic future.
“SESHEB is also focused on strengthening social protection, ensuring community security, boosting economic inclusion, and providing employment opportunities, especially for the women and youth,” she said.
Addressing the newly appointed Local Government Coordinators, she said their appointment was not merely symbolic but a call to action.
“You are the voice of hope to the voiceless, the eyes that see hidden struggles, and the hands that carry relief to those in need.
“I urge you to work with unity, guided by compassion, integrity, and accountability, and to build strong partnerships while documenting local challenges and opportunities,” said Abdullahi.
The SESHEB Coordinator explained that the event marked a milestone, not only for the group but for the communities it was committed to serve.
"To our Coordinators, you are the heart of this initiative. Through your dedication, we hope to reach those most in need, women, children, youth, and vulnerable groups and provide them with real opportunities for empowerment, protection, and sustainable development," she concluded.
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