Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun said about 100,000 women across the state have benefited from the World Bank-supported Nigeria for Women Programme. According to Premium Times, Abiodun described women's economic empowerment as a strategic tool for fighting poverty and strengthening families and communities in the state.

Dr Olubunmi Mary Gbadewole, founder of the MaryCrown Foundation, has called for sustained empowerment of widows, the underprivileged and other vulnerable groups in Nigeria. According to Leadership, she made the remarks in Abuja at the National Stakeholders' Security Dialogue held to mark the United Nations International Day of Police Cooperation. Gbadewole spoke after receiving a recognition at the event, where she stressed the importance of continued support for disadvantaged Nigerians.

Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has launched a monthly empowerment programme under which 5,800 women across the state's 44 local government areas received N50,000 each, according to Punch. The initiative is aimed at reducing poverty among women in the state. The report did not specify the total cost of the programme or how frequently future disbursements would be made.

According to a group, Senator Solomon Adeola's (Yayi) empowerment programmes and projects have significantly increased his popularity, positioning him as a strong candidate for the Ogun State Governorship. The initiatives have garnered widespread support among the populace.

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress has provided cash empowerment to 50 women in Ogun State while rallying grassroots support for Senator Solomon Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, ahead of the 2027 governorship election. According to Punch, the initiative combined financial assistance to the beneficiaries with political mobilisation for the senator's anticipated gubernatorial bid.

Ladi Adebutu, the Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in Ogun State, has officially flagged off his campaign ahead of the 2027 election. According to Punch, Adebutu pledged to grant autonomy to local governments, improve the welfare of workers, and revive the state's economy if elected. The campaign launch marks an early start to political activities in the state as parties position themselves for the 2027 governorship race in Nigeria's southwest region.