Dr. Titilope Gbadamosi, Special Assistant to the President on Youth Initiatives (Monitoring and Delivery) emphasized the indispensable role of state and local governments** in driving **women’s economic empowerment (WEE).
She stated this during the HACEY Parallel Event ,CSW68 in New York,
Speaking on the panel themed “Policy, Partnerships, and Practice: Advancing Women’s Economic Rights Through Inclusive Policy and Development Frameworks,” she stressed that while the **Federal Government provides policies and national frameworks, implementation must be localized** to ensure real impact.
She highlighted that financial inclusion and support for women entrepreneurs must extend beyond urban centers, reaching **grassroots communities where economic disparities are most pronounced.
Dr. Gbadamosi reaffirmed **President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to women’s economic empowerment** through initiatives such as **the Presidential Conditional Grant Scheme (PCGS), the Bank of Industry’s women-led SME support, and the expansion of the National Microfinance Bank’s credit schemes.
She advocated for **a multi-stakeholder approach**, urging state and local governments to **align their strategies with federal policies** while actively engaging private sector players like **Wema Bank and Eden Venture Group** to provide tailored financial solutions for women.
Other esteemed panelists included **the Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Digital Economy; the First Lady of Kwara State; Senator Ireti Kingibe (representing the FCT); and development partners, all of whom echoed the need for collaboration, innovation, and sustainable financing models** to accelerate women’s access to economic opportunities in Nigeria.
