POWA President launches Lagos CARES Initiative, targets improved welfare for police families

-


The President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Olufunmilola Disu, has officially launched the Lagos phase of the POWA CARES Initiative, reaffirming the association’s commitment to improving the welfare of police families across Nigeria.

Speaking at the opening ceremony on Tuesday, Mrs Disu described the initiative as a structured and sustainable intervention aimed at strengthening the well-being of police families, which she said is critical to effective policing.

She noted that the programme was designed to move beyond one-off welfare gestures by providing comprehensive support in healthcare, education, and economic empowerment.

According to her, the Lagos outreach builds on the success of the Abuja phase, where over 1,000 beneficiaries received eye care services and medical support.

She disclosed that the Lagos phase would provide free eye screening and treatment, corrective eyewear, dental care, and general medical consultations to more than 1,000 beneficiaries over two days.

She said the initiative will also include financial grants to 200 families, distribution of Cowry transport cards, and nursing scholarships aimed at promoting educational opportunities for children of police officers.

Mrs Disu emphasised that the programme reflects growing recognition that the effectiveness of officers in the Nigeria Police Force is closely tied to the welfare of their families.

She added that the initiative also incorporates youth-focused sensitisation sessions addressing issues such as drug abuse, cultism, and reproductive health, aimed at safeguarding the next generation.

The POWA President commended the support of the Lagos State Government, led by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, as well as healthcare professionals and partners contributing to the programme’s implementation.

She explained that the CARES Initiative is built on collaboration between government institutions, healthcare providers, and development partners to ensure sustainability and nationwide scalability.

Mrs Disu encouraged beneficiaries to take full advantage of the programme, noting that investing in the welfare of police families ultimately strengthens national security and institutional effectiveness.

The Lagos phase of the POWA CARES Initiative is expected to bring together key stakeholders to deliver integrated support services to police families while reinforcing community trust and social stability.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

CAPPA Backs FG’s Health Tax Policy, Seeks Higher Levy on Sugary Drinks

-
Image
  The Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has welcomed the Federal Government’s plan to channel excise-tax revenues from alcohol, tobacco, and sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) into health financing, but urged authorities to raise the levy on sugary drinks to make it more effective. At a national health-financing dialogue in Abuja, Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, disclosed that a draft policy is being finalised to earmark revenues from “sin taxes” for healthcare.  The proposal will soon be submitted to the Minister of Health and Social Welfare. Responding in a statement issued by its Media and Communication Officer, Robert Egbe on Monday, CAPPA said the move marks a decisive step towards addressing Nigeria’s public health crisis, with non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes, cancer, and heart disease now accounting for nearly 30 per cent of deaths nationwide. Executive Director of CA...
Read more

UNILAG Alumni Association to Mark 55th Anniversary with Awards, Fundraising for Education Support

-
Image
The University of Lagos Alumni Association has unveiled plans for its 55th Anniversary Awards and Recognition Dinner, scheduled for Friday, October 17, 2025, at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. Speaking at a news briefing in Akoka, President of the Association, Engr. Ifeoluwa Oyedele, said the event will celebrate distinguished alumni while raising funds to strengthen education at the institution.  Proceeds, he noted, will support scholarships for indigent students, provide research and teaching equipment, and fund a new 1,800-bed hostel project. Vice President Kashim Shettima will be the Special Guest of Honour, while eminent physician, Olorogun Dr. Sonny Kuku, will chair the occasion. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, will also be in attendance alongside top dignitaries. The Association will present awards in three categories. The Alumni Platinum Award will be conferred on Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, GCON, Chief Justice of Nigeria; Chief Wole Olanipe...
Read more

World Food Day: CAPPA Warns Against Corporate Capture of Nigeria’s Food System

-
Image
As Nigeria joins the rest of the world to commemorate World Food Day 2025, the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has raised concern over the growing dominance of ultra-processed foods in the country’s food system, warning that weak regulation and unchecked corporate influence are endangering public health. In a statement signed by CAPPA’s Media and Communication Officer, Robert Egbe, and released in Lagos on Thursday, the group said the government must urgently strengthen laws that protect citizens from deceptive marketing and unhealthy food products. The statement quoted Akinbode Oluwafemi, CAPPA’s Executive Director, as saying that multinational food and beverage companies are expanding their reach through aggressive advertising and sponsorships that target children, young people, and low-income communities. “Corporations are flooding our markets with ultra-processed foods and sugary drinks, using deceptive marketing to present them as healthy, modern, ...
Read more