COWA Inaugurates Transit Camp, Skills Acquisition Centre In Lagos 

The Customs Officers Wives Association (COWA) has inaugurated a transit camp and a skill acquisition centre built by the Association in Lagos.
Speaking at the inauguration in Apapa, National President, COWA Mrs. Kikelomo Adeniyi, who is also the wife of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Mr. Bashir  Adewale Adeniyi, said the inauguration of the camp and the acquisition centre marked a new chapter for the association.
She said the camp and the centre were built to promote the empowerment and welfare of members.
The President said the association had long been committed to uplifting the lives of customs officers’ families and the wider community.
Mrs. Adeniyi emphasised the core values of COWA, saying the mission of the association was to provide a supportive community and growth opportunities for  wives of customs officers.
She said, officers’ wives would connect with others, build lasting friendships and access training and development initiatives that would enhance their skills and confidence.
The President said the association had a number of   programmes  designed to impact the home front and society positively, while providing social, economic, and emotional support to members and their families.
She urged members not to set limits for themselves, but strive to do all to actualise their dreams.
“Together, let us break barriers, challenge the status quo, and pave the way for a more inclusive, compassionate, and prosperous society.
“The power to create change lies within each of us. Let us unleash our collective potential and make a lasting impact.
“Let us serve COWA with all our might, pouring our hearts, skills, and experiences into every endeavor.
“Let us rise together, shaping a brighter future for ourselves, our children, and generations to come”, she said.
Adeniyi charged members of the association to be agents of positive change.
She  said as wives of Customs officers, they were in a good position to make a lot of difference in the society.
“Let us embrace our roles as change agents, empowering ourselves and those around us.
“Together, we can build stronger families, stronger communities, and a brighter future”, Adeniyi said.
Also Speaking, Mrs. Funso Olomu, wife of the Apapa Customs Controller and Chairperson of COWA Apapa Chapter, said the COWA Transit Camp was  testament to the collective commitment of the association to providing safe, supportive environment for  members.
Olomu  said the  association  cared so much about the welfare and empowerment of members, saying the association had trained and empowered members and supported widows.
“Today, 20 members were empowered, three with outstanding business success stories received N200, 000  each; 10 who excelled as fashion designers were given sewing machines and pressing irons.
“Four COWA members trained as professional make-up artists received full make-up kits and equipment.
She expressed gratitude to the COWA national leadership for support and appreciates the cooperation of the  Area Command management   of COWA.

Earlier, Comptroller Babatunde Olomu, the Apapa Customs Controller, lauded the efforts of COWA under Mrs Adeniyi’s leadership.

“The activities embarked upon by Mrs. Adeniyi have left indelible marks, wiped out tears from the faces of the downtrodden, and lifted the hearts of women and children touched by her kindness.

“The projects commissioned today are a testament to her midas touch. We assure you of proper utilisation and sustained impact”, he said.

According to him, “COWA’s efforts had mobilised support for widows, fostered skills acquisition for entrepreneurship, and upheld moral values and promoted a  sense of belonging”.