Empowering Women, Strategic Investment For Collective Future–DEPOWA President
The President, Defence and Police Officers Wives Association(DEPOWA), Mrs Oghogho Musa says empowering women is an investment for the future of the country.
Such noble gestures are not only of moral importance but also a strategic investment in the collective future of Nigeria, she said,
Musa stated this at the Defence Industry Corporation of Nigeria Officers Wives Association (DICONOWA), maiden ‘Women Empowerment Conference 2024’, on Tuesday 13th August 2024 in Kaduna.
The theme for the conference was ‘Empowering Women for Enhanced Support to the Home Front. The conference is part of the activities lined up for the DICON at 60 celebrations.
She said, When women are empowered, they become agents of change, driving process in the families, communities and societies.
According to Musa, the theme for the conference resonated deeply with her, saying, because it aligns with my vision. She said, “It is seeing women and girls become productive and contributors to family and a society driven by a deep sense of values and hard-working spirit.”
Musa, however, said that in spite of the significant contributions women make, they still face numerous barriers.
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