President Muhammadu Buhari has pledged support to the resolutions of the African First Ladies Peace Mission, (AFLPM), aimed at promoting peace and development in the continent.
This is as Nigerias First Lady, A’isha Buhari was unanimously elected President of the African First Ladies Peace Mission (AFLPM), at the Executive Session of the 9th General Assembly, in Abuja yesterday.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 9th General Assembly of the AFLPM, the President also urged African leaders and other stakeholders to support the women in realising their core objective of building a peaceful society.
The Nigerian leader expressed concern that peace has become an elusive subject that affects development in many regions of Africa.
His words: The activities of insurgents and bandits have led to more widespread displacement and poverty. It is not in doubt that women and children are the worst affected by the breakdown of peace. Therefore, as mothers, I believe, you are in a better position to drive the processes of peace and actions where necessary.
President Buhari, who congratulated the Nigerian First Lady, A’isha Buhari, for acquiring a piece of land on behalf of all First Ladies for the development of a secretariat for the Mission in Abuja, commended her roles in enhancing peace amongst the First Ladies.
It gladdens my heart to know that when completed the secretariat will serve several purposes including creating employment opportunities as well as generating income for sustainability, he further stated.
In her acceptance speech, A’isha Buhari pledged to execute her new responsibility with total commitment, urging her colleagues to work in unison towards a glorious destiny for Africa.
According to her, The task before us is a collective commitment, hence the cooperation of all us is needed for the overall success of the African First Ladies Peace Mission. On my part, I assure you that I will discharge the affairs of my office with honesty, dedication and inclusivity.
As we conclude this Summit, let history guide us to ensure that the Africa we bequeath to our children today is better than the one we inherited.
“Let us commit ourselves to work together towards achieving a glorious destiny for all Africans, the First Lady emphasised.
