Olu Samuel, Lokoja

The wife of the Kogi state governor. Sefinat Ododo, has admonished the youths to resist the negative influences of social media and focus on making the best choices that would secure their future.

Hadjia Ododo was speaking on Tuesday as the palace of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland,HRM Alh. Dr Ahmed Tijani-Anaje in Okene, Okene Local Government Area. in Okene, while on sensitisation campaign against Gender based violence (GBV) to Kogi Central

She expressed her deep concern over the rising moral decadence in the digital space especially on social media, and urged the youths to shun internet fraud and other social vices.

Hajia Ododo particularly urged young women to avoid behaviors that may tarnish the image of womanhood and focus on positive actions by imbibing moral values at all times.

The Kogi First Lady further enjoined the women to be submissive to their husband and support them to succeed.

She advised the youths to acquire entrepreneurial skills, especially in areas like Information and Communication Technology, to achieve self-reliance and build sustainable futures.

Mrs Ododo also commended her husband, Gov. Ahmed Ododo, for providing women with opportunities to hold various leadership positions in his administration, saying the governor has demonstrated his commitment to women empowerment.

She, therefore implored parents to be proactive in shaping the lives and future of their children, and take advantage of the free education policies of Ododo’s administration to enroll their wards in school.

Mrs Ododo commended the Nigeria’s First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, for her efforts towards improving the wellbeing of women and girls in the entire nation.

In his remarks, the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, Alhaji Ahmed Tijani-Anaje, commended the first lady for embarking on such program to sensitising the people against gender based violence across the state.

The royal father admonished fathers to be responsible as family heads by living up to expectations, while urging women to serve as pillars of strength to their families.

The paramount ruler warned traditional rulers in Ebiraland to discourage unethical practices by rewarding good behavior and addressing negative actions in their communities.

The Ohinoyi emphasised that fostering harmony within households was key to building a progressive and thriving community.

He pointed out that even the holy books preached against violence against women, adding that there is a desk in his palace designated to take reports and address marital issues in the area.

He, therefore advised couples to manage their homes well and always rely on God for sustenance.