Almost a year ago, my non-profit, the GoodHope Flourish Foundation got a letter regarding Miss Blessing Amarachi Umunnakwe of Ihiagwa, Owerri West L.G.A., Imo State, after an unfortunate ailment befell her. Miss Blessing Amarachi, a sound scholar who won the 2021 MEXT Postgraduate Scholarship organized by the Japanese Embassy in Abuja, would have resumed the…
Every 24th of March we celebrate #WorldTuberculosisDay to dispel myths about tuberculosis (TB), raise awareness of this deadly disease, and work towards ending this global epidemic. Tuberculosis is one of the world’s deadliest infectious killers which can destroy the lungs, kidneys, spines, and brains if left untreated. However, with early diagnosis, medication, and treatment, it can be…
Today, my office, in collaboration with the Ministry of Women Affairs and Vulnerable Groups, fulfilled my pledge to empower several women in marking #InternationalWomensDay2022 in Imo State. One hundred women comprising of ISAMATA Women’s Wing, Christian Association of Nigeria -Imo State Chapter, Catholic Women Organization – Imo State Chapter, and the indigent across the Local…
My deepest gratitude goes to the Founder of Mezie Imo, Bishop Azubuike, for the recognition award he has given me for my role in serving my community through the GoodHope Flourish Foundation. Being a recipient of any award makes you think about all you have accomplished and your intended plans for the future. Reflecting now,…
Our women are constantly challenging the status quo, but why should they keep fighting against limitations based on their gender? How long will it take for equality to become the norm in our civilization? Today, I, as well as individuals and organizations around the world, celebrate #InternationalWomensDay to highlight the need for gender equality. Many young women…
International Women’s Day is made meaningful by our collective action and raised voices on societal issues. To create a future that is inclusive and free of discrimination, women need to be represented at all decision-making tables. We all must join the conversation on how to #BreakTheBias in our society. #IWD2022 #InternationalWomensDay2022 #SeeHer #chiomauzodimma H.E. Barr. (Mrs.) Chioma Uzodimma. First Lady,…
World Day of Social Justice is marked every year on 20 February. The objective of the day is to raise a voice against social injustices happening around the world. Many individuals and organizations recognize the need for social justice in addressing unfair practices meted out to humanity. In honor of World Day of Social Justice…
Today, we celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, 2022! Although women have made tremendous progress towards increasing their roles in higher education, we are still under-represented in high-demand fields such as technology (22%). In honor of this commemoration, organizations across the globe encourage women to work in technology and innovation. They…
We commemorate the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) today, to raise awareness of one of the most extreme forms of discrimination against girls and women and an abhorrent violation of their dignity. Victims of #FGM are left with intense, unhealthy, destructive, and long-lasting psychological effects throughout their lives. In line with this…
The 2nd Annual Conference of the Nigeria Governors’ Wives Forum (@ngw_forum) held today, at the Congress Hall, Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja. My colleagues across the States of the Federation were joined by, the Chair, Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) and Ekiti State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Kayode Fayemi, the British High Commissioner, H.E. Catriona Laing, and…