Sanwo-Olu gave this charge while leading members of the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) on a road walk/awareness campaign held in Epe Division, as part of pre-conference activities for the 23rd National Women’s Conference scheduled to hold from 17th to 19th October, 2023.
She emphasised that this year’s conference, themed: “Unleash your Potential”, is a platform that brings together women from all walks of life to learn and share knowledge on topical issues affecting women in the society, noting that the forum will further educate and inform them about becoming better ambassadors in their various communities.
In a statement, yesterday, she said: “We have various distinguished facilitators and personalities coming to talk to our women on isues such as empowerment, food security, education, family, lifestyle, cybersecurity, utilising technology, among other critical topics”.
Sanwo-Olu explained that participants can join physically or virtually and can register via www.COWLSO.org.ng
She encouraged the youth to maximise the virtual platform as it is more convenient for them to access technology in a bid to gain from the wealth of knowledge proposed for the Conference.
The First Lady also stated that the conference is an avenue to enlighten women and youths on various happenings and trends, such as food security.
Sanwo-Olu extended appreciation to the Executive Chairman, Epe Local Government, Surah Animashaun, for her hospitality and warm reception as the team commenced the walk from the Lekki-Epe T Junction, visiting Pobo Market, Aiyetoro Market, Oluwo Modern Fish Market, among other areas in Epe.
Other highlights of the road walk/awareness campaign was the courtesy visit by the First Lady and members of COWLSO to former First Lady and matriarch of the Otedola family, Lady Doja Otedola.
At her residence, Lady Otedola appreciated the visit, saying that the conference initiated by COWLSO over the years has continued to emancipate and advocate for women, proffering lasting solutions to various issues confronting them.
She lauded efforts of COWLSO in impacting lives of women and youths, emphasizing that they play critical role in driving economic growth and influence in the society.
