In a statement by his media office, Atiku made the remarks in Port Harcourt through one of his aides, Hon. Dimeji Fabiyi, who represented him at an event in commemoration of the United Nations Day Against Women-based Violence, organised by a body known as Nice Esther For All Foundation and hosted by its founder, Mrs. Nice Alameyeseigha.
According to Atiku, “Women have continued to be agents of positive change through generations. Our common destiny to a better future is only a reality when we give women the support and encouragement that they require to lead the charge for social reforms.