Zamfara hosts First Lady for women's empowerment rally

First Lady's visit to Zamfara

First Lady Remi Tinubu received a rousing welcome from thousands of residents and supporters during her visit to Zamfara State.

Rally hosted by Governor Lawal

The event, led by Zamfara First Lady Huriyya Dauda Lawal, brought together former Zamfara governors, the first ladies of the North-West, ministers and key APC stakeholders.

First Lady's remarks

Mrs Tinubu described her visit as a powerful expression of solidarity and compassion, as well as a commitment to women’s welfare and advancement.

First Lady's speech

She said, 'This is the happiest day of my life.Except for Zamfara, I have been in all 36 states of Nigeria, including the FCT.

“This is the happiest day of my life. Except for Zamfara, I have been in all 36 states of Nigeria, including the FCT. I have always wanted to come to Zamfara, and today I have fulfilled that. Because it is now easy to come, this is just the beginning; I am coming back again. Mr President is also coming.”

First Lady's condolences

She commiserated with attendees for lives lost, praying for forgiveness and a place in paradise.

First Lady's empowerment message

She emphasized women's empowerment as a non-political, ongoing commitment to social and economic progress.

First Lady's title in Zamfara

Earlier, she was given the title 'Jagaban Matan Arewa' by the Chairman of the Zamfara State Council of Chiefs and Emir of Anka.

Governor Lawal's thanks

Governor Dauda Lawal thanked Senator Tinubu for continued support through the Renewed Hope Initiative, including its Food Outreach Programme.

Governor's commitment

He assured the First Lady that Zamfara’s government and people support Mr President’s second term, with women and men working together for progress by January 2027.

Women empowerment focus

Zamfara’s government views women’s empowerment as a bankable investment in social morality, economic prosperity, family stability, and sustainable peace.

Event date

The rally took place on Tuesday, November 13, 2026, at the Trade Fair Complex in Gusau.

Event purpose

The APC North-West Women’s Mega Rally and Empowerment Programme aims to advance women’s welfare and economic opportunities in Zamfara.