Our continent encompasses a spectrum of experiences that highlight the grandeur of our African home, from breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and distinguishable ethnicities to a tapestry of long-standing customs. Living in Africa is a privilege that fills my heart with joy and gratitude. Every day, we witness the resilience, creativity, and potential of our African…
As we mark the International Albinism Awareness Day, which is observed annually on June 13th, to celebrate the human rights of persons with albinism worldwide, it is important to recognize that diversity is a core strength in our society and albinism also forms part of this diversity. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Inclusion…
Child labour continues to haunt our society, depriving countless children of their fundamental rights, stunting their growth, and robbing them of the chance to realize their full potential. It is a social evil that thrives in the shadows of poverty, illiteracy, and societal inequalities. On June 12, “World Day Against Child Labour” was observed globally…
As we commemorate another Democracy Day, we remind ourselves to recommit to upholding democratic values, ensuring justice, fairness, and accountability for all. Today, we also acknowledge that our unity does not mean uniformity, but rather the harmonious coexistence of different perspectives and beliefs. Our strength lies in our ability to navigate through our differences, respecting…
The Honourable Commissioner for Women Affairs and Vulnerable Groups, Lady Nkechinyere Ugwu along with other Ministry staff continued their scheduled visit commemorating World Children’s Day and World Menstrual Hygiene Day to Ikenegbu Girls’ Secondary School, Owerri. The team was welcomed by the Principal, Dr. (Mrs.) Mere Iheoma, who was grateful that their institution had been…
Yesterday, we witnessed the Former First Lady of Sokoto State and immediate past Chairperson of the Nigeria Governors’ Wives Forum, Her Excellency Dr. Mariya Tambuwal, officially handover to the new Chairperson of the Forum and First Lady of Kwara State, Her Excellency Ambassador Dr. Olufolake Abdulrazaq. The Honourary Consul of Colombia in Nigeria, Maricel Romero…
The gorgeous Mrs. Sophie Uzodimma-Onovo @theonlyqueenzizi, represented me at the Africa Iconic Women Recognition Awards where I was recognized as “ICONIC FIRST LADY OF THE YEAR”. Together, the Office of the wife of the Governor, and the Ministry of Women Affairs and Vulnerable Groups, Imo State have worked tirelessly, hand in hand, to create a more…
As part of marking the annual Children’s Day celebration and World Menstrual Hygiene Day, my office in partnership with the Ministry of Women Affairs and Vulnerable Groups have organized visits to secondary schools in Imo State. During the visit to Government Girls’ Secondary School, Okigwe Road, Owerri on June 1, 2023, the Honourable Commissioner for WAVG,…
Today, we celebrate the innocent deeds and limitless imagination of our children whose laughter fills our hearts and makes our world brighter. The 2023 theme for this year’s Children’s Day Celebration is “Investing in our future means investing in our children”. Investing in the well-being of children is important not just to a family, but…
I had the pleasure of accompanying my beloved husband, the Governor of Imo State, HE Dist. Sen. Hope Uzodimma @he_hopeuzodimma, as a Guest of Honour at the presentation and launch of the insightful book titled, “The Journey of a Military Wife”, written by the remarkable wife of the Chief of Defence Staff and President, Defence…