# Zamfara hosts First Lady for women's empowerment rally

> First Lady Remi Tinubu visits Zamfara for women's empowerment rally with Governor Lawal.
- Title: Zamfara hosts First Lady for women's empowerment rally
- Summary: First Lady Remi Tinubu visits Zamfara for women's empowerment rally with Governor Lawal.
- Keywords: zamfara state, governor lawal, first lady remi tinubu, women empowerment, apc north-west women's mega rally, renewed hope initiative, food outreach programme, Premium Times Nigeria
- Source: Premium Times Nigeria — https://premiumtimesng.com/promoted/925054-zamfara-stands-still-as-gov-lawal-hosts-first-lady-remi-tinubu-for-mega-rally.html
- Author: Press Release
- Published: 2026-11-13T22:47:39+00:00
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- Topics: zamfara state, governor lawal, first lady remi tinubu, women empowerment, apc north-west women's mega rally, renewed hope initiative, food outreach programme, news, politics
## 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.
## Key takeaway

First Lady Remi Tinubu visited Zamfara State for a women's empowerment rally hosted by Governor Lawal, emphasizing solidarity and women's welfare.