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— Reiterates Commitment to Police Welfare and Family Empowerment
Lagos, Nigeria – The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has extended warm felicitations to the Police Officers Wives Association (POWA) on the occasion of its 2025 Annual National Convention, which commenced today, July 30, in Lagos State.
The three-day event, themed “Unlocking POWA Potentials and Transformational Leadership,” is being held at the Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, and will run through August 1. It is aimed at redefining the Association’s role as a vital platform for empowerment, innovation, and national development.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, the convention underscores POWA’s commitment to leadership and strategic partnerships that reflect modern realities and the evolving needs of police families.
The opening ceremony, held today, was attended by high-profile dignitaries including senior government officials, traditional rulers, members of the diplomatic corps, development partners, women leaders, and top police officers.
Highlights of the convention include empowerment workshops, sports activities, and special initiatives focused on improving the mental, physical, and economic well-being of POWA members. These programs are designed to build a new generation of women leaders, equipped to foster stronger families and contribute to a more peaceful and resilient society.
IGP Egbetokun praised the visionary leadership of Dr. (Mrs.) Elizabeth Egbetokun, National President of POWA, for steering the Association toward transformation and reformation.
He also reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force’s unwavering commitment to improving welfare packages for both serving and retired personnel, emphasizing that the well-being of police families remains central to the Force's broader reform agenda.