NAOWA RAISES AWARENESS ON GIRL CHILD RIGHTS, MENTAL HEALTH, AND BREAST CANCER AT COMMAND SECONDARY SCHOOL OHAFIA

The Nigeria Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA) Ohafia chapter on Friday, 30 October 2026 through an awareness programme intensified efforts at promoting the rights, health and well-being of the girl child at Command Secondary School, Ohafia. The programme brought together officers, soldiers students, mothers, members of the National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) and other participants to commemorate the International Day of the Girl Child, World Mental Health Day and Breast Cancer Awareness Day.

In her opening remarks, The NAOWA Coordinator Ohafia chapter, Dr Shafa’atu Dikko who was represented by
Mrs Ruth Zubairu, commended the initiative aimed at improving the welfare and development of the girl child. She restated the importance of collective efforts in creating a society where girls are protected, educated and empowered to realise their full potential.

The theme of the programme *”End Child Marriage and Invest in Girls’ Rights,”* provided an important platform for learning, interaction and awareness, equipping participants with relevant knowledge on the protection of girls’ rights, the dangers of child marriage, breast cancer prevention and mental health management.

The initiative further reinforced NAOWA’s commitment to promoting the welfare of women and children through advocacy, education and community engagement, while encouraging students to make informed decisions about their health, rights and future.

Highlights of the event included an awareness walk, lectures, interactive sessions, and group photographs.

*MAZINHO ATTAH*
Captain
Assistant Director Army Public Relations
14 Brigade Nigerian Army
Ohafia, Abia State
02 November 2026