9mobile wants more women in governance

In commemoration of International Women’s Day, Nigeria’s telecommunications provider, 9mobile, has lauded women in the country and emphasised the need to promote equal opportunities for them in society.

Sharing his thoughts on the immense contribution of women to society, 9mobile’s Executive Director, Regulatory and Corporate Affairs, Abdulrahman Ado, in a statement on Monday, highlighted the importance of celebrating equality for women from the stay-at-home mom to the business leader in corporate boardrooms.

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“International Women’s Day is significant and helps us celebrate women’s achievements in politics, sports, religion, business, and indeed, every area of endeavour.

“Women in all spheres of life are excelling across the globe and achieving new heights than ever.

“As men and leaders, we must call out gender bias and inequality and help to create a more inclusive and balanced world”, he said.