The Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA) 82 Division Chapter, in partnership with the Women Empowerment Education and Peace Building Initiative (WEPBI), commemorated International Women’s Day 2024 with an impactful event held at the 82 Division Headquarters, Enugu, on March 14, 2024.
The event was graced by the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 82 Division, Major General Oluyemi Thomas Olatoye, who delivered a thought-provoking speech on the state of women’s rights globally. He emphasized the critical role of education in empowering women and highlighted the importance of entrepreneurship and financial support for women’s economic growth. He concluded by advocating that women should not only be celebrated in March but every day of the year.
A key highlight of the event was a panel discussion on the general well-being of women, which provided insights into the various challenges women face and strategies for improving their overall health, financial stability, and personal development.