The National President of the Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA) and wife of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Mrs. Kikelomo Adewale Adeniyi, on Friday, March 29, 2024, extended heartfelt Easter greetings to Her Excellency, Senator Oluremi Bola Tinubu, the First Lady of the Republic of Nigeria, and to all citizens of the nation.
In a statement issued to newsmen in Abuja ahead of Good Friday, a day marked by solemn reflection, and the forthcoming Easter celebrations, Mrs. Adeniyi urged Nigerians to ponder the profound messages of love, sacrifice, and redemption, while also emphasizing the importance of compassion, kindness, and unity during this spiritual season.
“In this season of spiritual significance, let us pause to contemplate the profound messages of love, sacrifice, and redemption. It is a time when hearts are stirred with compassion, minds are opened to kindness, and spirits are lifted with the promise of renewal. It is also a time for fervent prayer, as we beseech the Almighty for healing and unity to permeate every corner of our great land,” the statement said.
Acknowledging the challenges of insecurity in some parts of the country and the prevailing economic hardships, Mrs. Adeniyi commended the level of President Tinubu’s commitment to bringing lasting solutions, recognizing the complexity of the issues and the efforts being made to address them.
“Despite the formidable obstacles, our government works tirelessly, day and night, to forge pathways toward lasting solutions. As patriotic citizens, we stand in solidarity with these efforts, steadfast in our belief that through collective resolve and divine intervention, Nigeria will emerge stronger and more resilient than ever before,” the statement added.
Mrs. Adeniyi reiterated COWA’s dedication to key into the visionary initiatives of women empowerment championed by Her Excellency, Senator Remi Bola Tinubu, to provide support and assistance to the women, especially widows of Nigeria Customs Service officers who lost their lives while discharging their lawful duties.
She emphasized the importance of uplifting and empowering women across Nigeria, announcing COWA’s plans for transformative projects and empowerment initiatives in 2024, adding “however, widows deserve our utmost respect and care, and it is our solemn duty to ensure that they receive the support they need to navigate life’s challenges with dignity and grace.”
The COWA National President, however, elaborated on these initiatives, outlining programs focused on skills training, entrepreneurship development, and access to education and healthcare for women in communities across Nigeria.
She emphasized the role of women as key agents of change and called for greater investment in their empowerment to drive sustainable development and societal progress.
Looking ahead, Mrs. Adeniyi expressed optimism about the future and the potential for positive change in Nigeria, while also advocating for unity and collaboration among citizens to overcome challenges and build a better nation for all.
Mrs. Adeniyi concluded her statement by extending warm wishes for a time of profound reflection, boundless joy, and abundant blessings for all Nigerians during the Easter season.
