The Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA), 3 Division Chapter, has joined the global community in commemorating the 2025 Breast Cancer Awareness and World Mental Health Day, with a strong call for collective action toward early detection, timely treatment, and emotional well-being.
In a press statement, Major Ayobami Oni-Orisan, the NAOWA 3 Division Liaison Officer, said the programme aimed to encourage women and girls to cultivate the habit of regular self-examination and medical screening as part of preventive healthcare practices.
Held under the theme “Every Story is Unique, Every Journey Matters,” the event took place on Friday, 10 October 2025, at the 3 Division Auditorium, Maxwell Khobe Cantonment, Jos. It brought together officers, soldiers, families, and medical professionals to promote health consciousness and mental wellness within the military community.
In her address, the Chairperson, NAOWA 3 Division Chapter, Dr. (Mrs.) Temitope Oyinlola, noted that the programme was designed to foster understanding and reduce the stigma associated with breast cancer and mental health conditions.
She expressed appreciation to the Special Guest of Honour (SGOH), the General Officer Commanding 3 Division and Commander Operation ENDURING PEACE, Major General Folusho Oyinlola, for his unwavering support and exemplary leadership, describing his commitment as a reflection of compassion and dedication to the welfare of troops and their families.
Dr. Oyinlola also commended the partnership of Foresight Diagnostic and Medical Services for their collaboration and for providing discounted mammogram services to women within the cantonment as part of the awareness campaign.
In his remarks, the SGOH, Major General Folusho Oyinlola, urged participants to prioritise their health through early detection and regular medical check-ups. He emphasized the vital link between physical and mental well-being and operational effectiveness, urging families to maintain healthy lifestyles and peaceful home environments.
Highlights of the event included a keynote lecture on breast cancer awareness delivered by Dr. (Mrs.) Oyinlola, and presentations by the Commander, 3 Division Medical Services and Hospital, Brigadier General Augustine Omogbethai, alongside medical experts from the University of Jos Teaching Hospital.
The activities also featured a fitness road walk, awareness campaigns, interactive discussions, and free mammogram screenings for 50 members of NAOWA and NASWA.
A touching segment titled “Journey of Strength” saw Mrs. Janet Dimfwina, a breast cancer survivor, share her inspiring story of resilience and recovery. The event concluded with the presentation of souvenirs and group photographs, marking a memorable day dedicated to health, hope, and healing within the military family.
