Empowering Women, Transforming Lives: UBTH CMD Celebrates Resilience at LAPO Award

Empowering Women, Transforming Lives: UBTH CMD Celebrates Resilience at LAPO Award

Habiba Sam 


The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) Chief Medical Director, Prof. Idia Ize-Iyamu, recently joined a gathering of inspiring women to commemorate the International Women's Day 2026.

 The occasion was the LAPO Outstanding Women Leadership Award (LOWLA), which recognized the outstanding contributions of women in various fields.

Prof. Ize-Iyamu, who chaired the event, emphasized the importance of discipline, focus, and resilience in achieving success. 

She praised LAPO's 14-year commitment to empowering women through the LOWLA initiative, stating that it serves as a call to action to support and uplift one another.

The CMD highlighted the pivotal role women play in shaping their communities, noting that when women lead, communities prosper. She commended the resilience of women, describing it as a stable currency in uncertain times. Prof. Ize-Iyamu encouraged women to continue pursuing their dreams, celebrating their vision, value, and impact.

The 2026 LOWLA honored women in various careers, presenting awards in categories such as professional, farming, and business. Notable recipients included Dr. (Mrs) Nosakhare Aladeselu, who received the LAPO Lifetime Achievement Award, Nkechi Promise Ujunwa, Mrs. Adebukola Esther Taiwo, and Animashaun Aminat Aderayo.

The event was attended by prominent figures, including Dr. Godwin Ehigiamusoe, Founder of Lift Above Poverty Organisation (LAPO), and Prof. (Mrs) Lucy Adesomon Okukpon, Director of the Center for Gender Studies, UNIBEN.





Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Image
"VACANCIES "  JIMAWO FARMS & FOOD PROCESSING LTD. WE'RE HIRING! Join Our Team and Grow with Us! VACANCIES AVAILABLE: 1. Mill Operative Officer 2. Marketing/Sales Officer 3. Machine Operator 4. Driver KEY REQUIREMENTS: ● The Mill Operative Officer must have at least a minimum of 2 years work experience in the processing of Poultry/ Animal Feeds with a minimum academic qualification of OND in Food Science and Technology, food production and processing, agriculture/agro food processing or its equivalent ● The Marketing/Sales Officer must have at least a minimum of 2 years work experience with a minimum academic qualification of OND in Marketing/ Sales or its equivalent. ● The Machine Operator must have at least a minimum of 2 years work experience in operating food processing machinery , feed mill machine, cassava, rice mill etc. with a minimum academic qualification of SSCE ● Driver: - 3+ years driving experience - Valid license and good road network knowledge Send CV /...
Read more

Edo NBA Chair man Spearheads New Land Documentation For Improved Remuneration Standards Among Edo Lawyers

Image
Edo NBA Chairman Spearheads New Land Documentation For Improved Remuneration Standards Among Edo Lawyers Habiba Sam  The Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association, Benin Branch ,Mr. Idemudia Iredia Osifo,has launched a "Movement" for a new Land documentation regime aimed at improving remuneration standards for lawyers in Edo state. This was announced today at a sensitization programme on the Legal Practitioners Remuneration Order,2023,and the official launch of the Branch seal. The NBA Chairman stated that the new land documentation regime  is aimed to improve standards in the remuneration regime for lawyers in Edo state, especially regarding land instruments. " The time has come for us to reclaim our rightful place,we are calling on you to jettison pittance and roguery and embrace prestige and abundance " .  "A sensitization movement has begun to enlighten members and the public on the new regime,I urge you to be dedicated ambassador of the new regime ". H...
Read more

Distinguished APC Chieftain, Chief,Dr. Abraham Jimawo (JP) Receives Honorary Doctorate in Divinity

Image
Distinguished APC Chieftain,  Chief,Dr. Abraham Jimawo (JP) Receives Honorary Doctorate in Divinity Habiba Sam  In a grand ceremony  held at Sabogida Ora, Owan West Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria, Dr. Abraham Jimawo, a respected chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Executive Director of the Edo State Rapid Response Agency, was conferred with an Honorary Doctor of Divinity degree.  This prestigious award was bestowed upon him by The Shiloh Embassy Spiritual Defence Academy, an institution affiliated with the World Communion of Christian Celtic Convergence College, UK. Dr. Jimawo's remarkable achievement is a testament to his tireless efforts in serving his community and promoting the values of his party.  Chief Jimawo is known for his robust commitment to religious leadership and philanthropy activities. By supporting the spread of the gospel and engaging in charitable exercises to assist the less privileged and needy across th...
Read more