Nigeria and China Sign Agreement to Boost Women's Role in Gas Sector

Nigeria and China signed an agreement to boost women's involvement in Nigeria's gas sector, emphasizing gender-responsive infrastructure development. The pact, sealed in Beijing during the first Nigeria-China Women's Infrastructure Investment Forum, is part of efforts to advance gender equality and inclusivity in the energy industry.

The agreement aims to empower women-led enterprises, strengthen economic opportunities for women, and create shared prosperity. The initiative aligns with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renew Hope Agenda and emphasizes the importance of women's empowerment in building resilient families and communities.

Various stakeholders, including government officials and legislative bodies, have commended the partnership for its commitment to promoting women's rights and participation.