REPORT ON THE COURTESY VISIT OF THE FIRE OFFICERS’ WIVES ASSOCIATION (FOWA) TO THE NATIONAL PRESIDENT OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN’S SOCIETIES (NCWS) AT THE NCWS HEADQUARTERS

The Fire Officers’ Wives Association (FOWA) paid a courtesy visit to the National President of the National Council of Women’s Societies (NCWS), Princess Edna D. D. Azura (Kwatam Mutaku), at the NCWS National Headquarters in Abuja. The visit was aimed at strengthening institutional collaboration, promoting women’s empowerment, and fostering strategic partnerships in advancing community development and humanitarian initiatives across Nigeria.

Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the National President of the Fire Officers’ Wives Association, Mrs. Olufunke Olumide, expressed her sincere appreciation for the warm reception accorded to the association. She praised the NCWS for its longstanding leadership and advocacy in advancing the rights, welfare, and empowerment of women across Nigeria. Mrs. Olumide highlighted FOWA’s commitment to humanitarian service, family support, educational initiatives, and community outreach, while expressing the association’s readiness to collaborate with the NCWS on programmes that would positively impact women, children, and underserved communities.

In her welcome remarks, the National President, Princess Edna D. D. Azura, warmly received the FOWA delegation and commended the association for its unwavering commitment to supporting the welfare of families within the fire service community. She acknowledged FOWA’s significant contributions to nation-building through service, compassion, and community engagement, while reaffirming the NCWS’s dedication to collaborating with women-led organizations in promoting peace, social inclusion, economic empowerment, and sustainable development.

Princess Azura emphasized the importance of strategic partnerships among women’s organizations in addressing pressing national challenges such as poverty, insecurity, gender inequality, and limited opportunities for women and children. She encouraged both organizations to harness their collective strengths and expertise to implement impactful programmes capable of improving the lives of vulnerable populations while strengthening family and community resilience.

Discussions during the meeting centered on areas of shared interest, including women’s leadership development, youth mentorship, health awareness campaigns, community service initiatives, and programmes designed to promote national unity, social cohesion, and sustainable development. Both organizations acknowledged that collective action and collaboration remain essential for achieving meaningful and lasting impact.

A major highlight of the visit was the exchange of goodwill gestures between the two organizations. In recognition of her exemplary leadership, dedication to women’s development, and outstanding contributions to national service, the National President of the NCWS, Princess Edna D. D. Azura (Kwatam Mutaku), was presented with an award by the National President of the Fire Officers’ Wives Association, Mrs. Olufunke Olumide. The honour reflected FOWA’s appreciation for Princess Azura’s steadfast commitment to advancing the welfare and empowerment of women across Nigeria.

In a reciprocal gesture symbolizing unity, partnership, and shared purpose, Princess Edna D. D. Azura presented an NCWS ceremonial sash to Mrs. Olufunke Olumide. The presentation underscored the strong bond between the two organizations and their mutual commitment to fostering collaboration in the pursuit of humanitarian service and national development.

The courtesy visit concluded with a renewed commitment to sustained engagement and partnership between FOWA and the NCWS. It provided an opportunity to strengthen institutional ties, exchange ideas, and establish a solid foundation for future collaborative initiatives aimed at advancing the welfare of women, families, and communities throughout the country.

The meeting reaffirmed the shared vision of both organizations to empower women as agents of positive change and to contribute meaningfully to national development through unity, advocacy, service, and strategic collaboration.

Princess Edna D. D. Azura (Kwatam Mutaku)
National President
National Council of Women’s Societies (NCWS), Nigeria