THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN’S SOCIETIES (NCWS), NIGERIA PARTICIPATED IN THE OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF THE BUSINESS WOMEN OF INFLUENCE FOR RENEWED HOPE AGENDA (BWI-RHA)
The National Council of Women’s Societies (NCWS), Nigeria, under the distinguished leadership of its 16th National President, Her Excellency Princess Edna D.D. Azura (Kwatam Mutaku), actively participated in the official launch of the Business Women of Influence for Renewed Hope Agenda (BWI-RHA) in Abuja. Leading a delegation from the Council. The National President joined an impressive gathering of accomplished women leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, government officials, and development partners united in their commitment to advancing women’s economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, leadership, and sustainable national development. The landmark event was graced by eminent personalities, including Chief Dr. Mrs. Bintu-Fatima Tinubu, Iyalode of Lagos, Senator Benny La, Minister of women Affairs Honorable Imaan Sulaiman- Ibrahim Fsi was ably represented, and Her Excellency Hajiya Halima Shekarau, wife of the former Governor of Kano State and other dignitaries.
Underscoring the growing national commitment to strengthening women’s contributions to Nigeria’s socio-economic transformation.
Delivering her welcome address, the Founder of BWI-RHA, Dr. Mrs. Ngozi Oyewole, FITD, described the initiative as a strategic platform dedicated to equipping women with the skills, mentorship, business support, leadership training, and strategic partnerships required to thrive in today’s dynamic economy. She emphasized that empowering women is fundamental to achieving inclusive growth and sustainable development, calling for greater investment in women-led enterprises and expanded opportunities for female leadership.
In her goodwill message, Her Excellency Princess Edna D.D. Azura (Kwatam Mutaku) commended the establishment of BWI-RHA, noting that its vision closely aligns with the mission of NCWS to promote the social, economic, and leadership advancement of women across Nigeria. She also commend the First Lady for her exemplary leadership, she has already leading the part and heading to the right direction, is left for us to follow as Nigerian women.
An award was given to the National President and other reputable women. She reaffirmed the Council’s unwavering commitment to collaborating with organizations and stakeholders whose programmes create opportunities for women to reach their full potential and contribute meaningfully to national development. The event concluded with a renewed call for stronger partnerships among women’s organizations, government institutions, the private sector, and development partners to accelerate inclusive growth and build a more equitable, prosperous, and resilient Nigeria.
Princess Edna DD Azura(Kwatam Mutaku)
National President
National of Women’s Societies(NCWS), Nigeria.
