By Stella Okoh-Esene
The Initiative for Women’s Accelerated Development in Africa joins in congratulating the newly inaugurated 16th National President of the National Council of Women Societies Nigeria, Princess Edna Azura. “We are confident that you will take the NCWS and indeed Nigerian women to greater heights,” says Evelyn Onyilo, President/Founder of INWOAD.
Onyilo expressed optimism about Princess Azura’s leadership, especially at this critical time in Nigeria’s political and socio-economic development. INWOAD urges Princess Azura to push for more women in governance and advocate aggressively against gender-based violence and harmful traditional practices affecting women and children.
Onyilo wishes Princess Azura a successful tenure, repositioning the Council and uniting all Nigerian women. Once again, INWOAD offers its congratulations.