The President Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA), Dr. Safiyyah Hassan Shaibu hosted the NAOWA Quarterly Sports Series at the Mrs Alero Azazi Event Centre, Mambilla Barracks, Abuja under the theme, “Healthy Women, Healthy Homes.”
A statement signed by Captain Jemila Jimoh , Liaison Officer Nigerian Army Officers Wives Association said the event brought together members of NAOWA, sister associations and other distinguished guests in a celebration of fitness, wellness, unity and camaraderie.
In her remarks, Dr Safiyyah Hassan Shaibu emphasised the importance of physical fitness and healthy living, noting that the well-being of women has a direct impact on the health, stability and strength of the family. She encouraged participants to embrace regular physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices as essential steps towards building healthier homes and stronger military families.
The event featured engaging sporting activities and fitness exercises designed to promote physical well-being, strengthen bonds among participants and foster a culture of healthy living. It also provided an opportunity for members of NAOWA and sister associations to interact, deepen relationships and reinforce the importance of prioritising both physical and mental well-being.
The Quarterly Sports Series further underscored Dr Safiyyah Hassan Shaibu’s unwavering commitment to advancing the welfare and well-being of military families in line with her vision of building a united and innovative NAOWA that empowers military families through self-reliance and sustainable livelihoods.
Among the dignitaries in attendance were the representative of the President Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA), Mrs. Mernan Femi Oluyede; the President of the Naval Officers’ Wives Association (NOWA); the President of the Nigerian Air Force Officers’ Wives Association (NAFOWA); the President Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA), Mrs. Kikelomo Adeniyi who was there in person as well as members of the Nigerian Army Women Command, among other distinguished guests.
