Nuru Nigeria Marks International Day for Rural Women

For Immediate Release: October 17, 2025

Nuru Nigeria Marks International Day for Rural Women 

Contact: Simon Eli | info@nurunigeria.org

YOLA, NIGERIA–Nuru Nigeria, in partnership with the Adamawa State Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, hosted a commemoration of the International Day for Rural Women on October 15, 2025, in Yola, Adamawa State. The event brought together government representatives, development partners, civil society organizations, women’s cooperatives, and farmer associations with the intent to honor the contributions of rural women and advance inclusive strategies for food security and economic empowerment. 

This year’s theme, “Rural Women: Cultivating Good Food for All,” served as a celebration and a reminder to recognize the importance of rural women’s contributions to farming, caregiving, innovation, leadership, and sustainable development.

Nuru Nigeria Managing Director Amy Gaman presents at International Day of Rural Women event

In his opening remarks, Simon Eli, Nuru Nigeria’s Leadership and Partnership Director, emphasized the importance of recognizing rural women as key drivers of agricultural transformation, “We are honoring the strength and perseverance of women who form the backbone of our food systems. Our commitment is to ensure interventions are inclusive, sustainable, and community-led.”

A representative from the Adamawa State Commissioner for Women Affairs echoed this sentiment, stating, “Rural women are not just farmers. They are leaders, innovators, and custodians of our future. Food security begins with gender equity. Today’s event is more than a celebration; it is a commitment to elevate voices and co-create solutions that honor the dignity and potential of every woman in agriculture.”

Panelists present “Rural Women as Custodians of Food Security”

The event included a rich lineup of activities that celebrated culture, fostered learning, and inspired collaboration:

• A panel discussion, entitled “Rural Women as Custodians of Food Security,”  featured experts and practitioners exploring how rural women preserve indigenous knowledge, sustain local food systems, and drive community resilience.
• A roundtable dialogue, entitled “Government, Donors, and Farmers in Dialogue –The Role of Partnership and Collaboration in Food Systems Resilience,”  allowed stakeholders to engage in meaningful conversation on the role of multi-sector partnerships in strengthening agricultural systems and empowering rural communities.
• A cultural dance performance by the Adamawa State Ministry of Arts and Culture, showcased the vibrancy and heritage of rural communities in Adamawa State.

Additional networking and learning sessions gave attendees an opportunity to exchange knowledge and collaborate on inclusive women-focused initiatives. 

Nuru Nigeria Managing Director Amy Gaman and event attendees observe products for sale from women entrepreneurs.

The event concluded by featuring exhibition booths, where local women entrepreneurs and cooperatives showcased agricultural products and innovations, while sharing their stories of successfully leading businesses, supporting their families, and contributing to their rural economies. 

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About Nuru Nigeria:

Nuru Nigeria is a local nonprofit organization that works to build a resilience corridor across northeastern Nigeria through a holistic nutrition-sensitive agribusiness approach, to end extreme poverty. Nuru Nigeria focuses on establishing self-sustainable farmer organizations, increasing access to financial services and literacy, and strengthening community-led development initiatives. Visit www.nurunigeria.org to learn more.