Foundation Urges Creation of Dedicated Government Agency to Support Widows
The Oko Opo Widows Foundation has called on federal and state governments to set up a dedicated body or special unit to tackle the socio-economic challenges facing widows and their children. Ambassador Babatunde Adeyemo made the appeal in Abeokuta during events marking International Widows Day. He proposed a government-backed platform focused on economic empowerment, healthcare access, education, legal protection and social welfare. Adeyemo highlighted how many widows still face discrimination, poverty and neglect despite their contributions. Reviewing the foundation’s three-year work, he noted its financial support, medical outreach, educational grants and planned housing projects. He urged governments, businesses and Nigerians to partner in creating lasting structures that will protect widows and secure a brighter future for their dependants.
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