The President of the Police Officers' Wives Association (POWA), Mrs. Olufunmilola Disu, has placed renewed focus on programmes aimed at improving the welfare of police families, particularly widows of fallen officers, women within the rank-and-file of the force, and young girls.
Speaking at the 2026 commemoration of International Women's Day, Mrs. Disu said the association would continue to expand initiatives that provide meaningful support to families connected to the police community while also extending assistance to surrounding communities.
Under her leadership, POWA has been strengthening programmes centred on skills development, educational support, healthcare outreach and community empowerment as part of its broader welfare mandate.
One of such initiatives recently brought together widows of fallen police officers, women within the police rank-and-file community from constables to inspectors and members of neighbouring communities for an empowerment and health outreach programme.
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The event combined welfare support with basic healthcare services, providing assistance to families while also addressing health needs within the community.
Nearly 200 residents from surrounding communities benefited from the outreach, which included health screenings and vital checks aimed at promoting preventive healthcare and encouraging early detection of health challenges.
Mrs. Disu said the initiative reflects POWA's continued effort to stand by families whose lives are closely tied to the sacrifices of police officers.
"This is about standing with the families who have given so much in service to the nation," she said. "Supporting widows of our fallen heroes and empowering women within the police community is both a responsibility and a duty we must continue to uphold."
Beyond immediate welfare support, the programme also placed emphasis on mentoring young girls, particularly students of the Police Secondary School aged 17 and above.
The sessions were designed to encourage confidence, inspire leadership qualities and reinforce the importance of education among the girls.
Mrs. Disu noted that investing in the potential of young girls remains critical to building a stronger society and preparing the next generation of leaders.
"When we empower young girls with knowledge, mentorship and opportunity, we are shaping the leaders of tomorrow," she said.
She added that POWA would continue to deepen its empowerment initiatives through sustained programmes and partnerships aimed at strengthening police families, uplifting communities and contributing to national development.
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