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FG to Distribute 37,000 POS Machines for Women Empowerment
The Federal Government has announced plans to distribute 37,000 Point of Sale (POS) machines to women across Nigeria as part of its ongoing empowerment efforts.
This initiative was revealed by the Minister of Women Affairs, Mrs Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, who shared the update via her X (formerly Twitter) handle on Thursday.
The distribution is aimed at supporting women-led businesses, fostering financial independence, and creating opportunities for economic growth at the grassroots level.
Mrs Kennedy-Ohanenye disclosed that the distribution of these machines would be carried out through the office of the Senior Special Assistants (SSAs) to President Bola Tinubu on Community Engagements, each representing Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.
She described the SSAs as crucial “foot soldiers” who would not only facilitate the distribution but also monitor the proper use of the allocated resources.
This collaboration between the Ministry of Women Affairs and the SSAs aims to ensure that the initiative reaches the most vulnerable and underserved women across the country.
The Minister explained that she had a productive meeting with the SSAs to discuss strategies to enhance community engagement and ensure the success of this empowerment program.
“The Federal Ministry of Women Affairs has partnered with the Senior Special Assistants on Community Engagements to the President to strengthen grassroots empowerment and overcome ineffective advocacy and consultancy methods,” she stated.
Highlighting the significance of the initiative, Mrs. Kennedy-Ohanenye noted that the SSAs would be responsible for overseeing the proper use of funds provided by donors and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), ensuring that the money reaches women and children in need.
The representatives present at the meeting included Abiodun Essiet (North Central), Abdullahi Yakasai (North West), Davis Ojeme (South East), and Nuru Nyaku (North East), all of whom engaged in discussions about how best to implement the program and drive meaningful change at the community level.
“I emphasized the importance of moving away from traditional advocacy and consultancy, and instead focusing on practical empowerment,” Mrs. Kennedy-Ohanenye said.
“Women make up 70% of Nigeria’s population, including children, and their empowerment is crucial to improving the country’s future. This initiative is a vital step in that direction.”
She further explained that by disbursing 37,000 POS machines, the ministry hopes to enable women to take greater control of their economic opportunities and improve the well-being of their families.
The SSAs will play a key role in monitoring the use of these machines, ensuring that they contribute to the intended empowerment of women within their respective communities.
The minister’s collaborative approach, alongside the oversight by the SSAs, is designed to ensure that this empowerment scheme delivers tangible results, reaching those who need it most and fostering sustainable growth.
The partnership between the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and the SSAs represents a focused effort to empower women through access to financial tools, which will ultimately help bridge the economic gap in many communities across Nigeria.
As the plan progresses, the government hopes to see significant changes in the financial landscape of women, especially at the grassroots level, where access to financial services can be a transformative step toward independence and growth.
This initiative marks another step in the government’s efforts to uplift vulnerable populations and promote gender equality in Nigeria.
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has said the 2027 elections will be a clear judgment on President Bola Tinubu’s time in office, calling it a referendum on his leadership. Atiku’s media adviser, Paul Ibe, made this known on Monday while reacting to claims from the ruling APC, which accused Atiku of trying to rebuild the opposition for selfish reasons and to access public funds.
Ibe dismissed the accusations, saying Atiku’s mission is rooted in the hopes of everyday Nigerians who want a better future. “These people clearly weren’t ready to govern. All they do is play politics,” Ibe said. “They’ve worked hard, not to move Nigeria forward, but to stall any real progress. Their actions go against everything democracy stands for.”
He also criticized the Tinubu administration’s performance, pointing to a major road project where only 30 kilometres have been completed out of a planned 700 in two years. “They threw a party to celebrate just 4% of the project. Can you imagine? The money wasted on that celebration could’ve done more for the road itself,” he said.
Ibe went on to highlight the worsening conditions in Nigeria, noting the country now ranks as the poverty capital of the world and leads Africa in child malnutrition. He defended Atiku’s record, saying the former VP’s work is inspired by the people, not personal ambition.
“Atiku built his name and businesses long before 1999. He has created jobs, invested his own money in his political journey, and never relied on state funds,” he added. He urged the APC to focus on fixing the country rather than constantly watching Atiku, adding that in 2027, it will be Tinubu against the rest of the nation.
Pastor William Kumuyi, the General Overseer of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, has opened up about how the death of his wife, Abiodun, in 2009 pushed him into what he describes as a mission of revenge against the devil. Speaking during the Global Workers’ Conference, Kumuyi revealed that he received the heartbreaking news just after preaching at Faith Clinic.
He believes the devil struck while he was away from home. Since then, he said his response has been to take the gospel even further, using his ministry to fight back. In his words, the next chapter of his calling has been all about “revenge.”
Since her passing, Kumuyi has intensified his efforts, traveling across nearly every local government in Nigeria, reaching all African nations, and visiting continents around the world. He remarried in 2010, but says his wife’s death marked a turning point in how far and wide he spreads the gospel.
Late gospel singer, Big Bolaji was out to rest at the funeral ceremony held in Ibadan, Oyo state.
It can be recalled that the late singer passed away from an illness on the 19th of April, 2025.
Friends, family and colleagues gather at the ceremony to honour their late friend and singer. Many also take to social media to share a heartwarming tribute to the gospel singer.
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