The Heritage and Legacy Foundation has urged girls in Kogi state to embrace information technology to enable them to function properly in leadership positions in whatever sector they find themselves in future.
The founder of the foundation, Hassan Abdul stated this on Saturday at the 2024 edition of Kogi ‘Girltech’ event, an annual “Girls in ICT” commemorative event.
“The event was put together to explore ways of honing the potential of young women of Kogi state in the ICT sector to foster a future where their leadership in the sector will be felt”, said Abdul.
According to him, “The Heritage Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to unlocking the potential of young Nigerians. Our mission is centred upon empowerment and leadership development among our young people.”
He said that the vision of the foundation also includes breeding future leaders who would serve as role models for the next generation.
“Our vision is to cultivate civic, and social responsibility educate and nurture future leaders and envision a thriving Nigeria where every young Nigerian has an equal place.”
He said that empowering women in the ICT sector is not just a matter of gender equality, it is a crucial driver of economic and social development for Kogi state and beyond adding that ICT is now a major driver of innovation in sectors such as agriculture, tourism and hospitality, healthcare and construction.
He noted that Kogi’s highly intelligent workforce can gain a significant advantage with more emphasis placed on the adoption and utilisation of ICT skills.
In a keynote address, Folusho Owoeye urged young girls not to underestimate their potential to attain greater heights.
Owoeye, former coordinator, of Kogi Women in ICT said, “Know yourself, know your worth, set Clear goals as to where you want to be in 5,10,15 or 20 years, develop a growth mindset and develop a spirit of I can do it.”