In celebration of International Women’s Day, the Edo State Government, through the Ministry of Social Development and Gender Issues, has provided empowerment to 200 women. These women received a Point of Sale (PoS) machine along with a start-off grant of N4 million.
Osato Ekhator, the ministry’s Public Relations Officer, announced that 75 women received their PoS machines and grants on Friday, while an additional 125 are set to receive theirs during this week. Adding that the initiative aims to foster independence among women in the state.
Ekhator highlighted the collaboration with Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, Wema Bank, and other dedicated partners in the pursuit of women’s empowerment.
“The Edo State Government has ensured that 200 women benefitted from this programme. Seventy-five got their POS machine on Friday with the N20,000 grant each while others will get theirs this week. Hopefully, it will help them become self-sufficient as they navigate this ever-changing world,” she stated.
Joel Zombu, the coordinator of Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, expressed GIZ’s commitment to empowering women across various sectors and contributing to gender policies in collaboration with the ministry.
He highlighted GIZ’s 50-year collaboration with Nigeria, focusing on empowering MSMEs, youths, and women for enhanced business operations.
