POWA President Olufunmilola Disu Prioritises Empowerment of Police Families, Widows and Girls

POWA President Olufunmilola Disu Prioritises Empowerment of Police Families, Widows and Girls

The President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA), Mrs. Olufunmilola Disu, has reaffirmed the association’s commitment to empowering police families, widows and young girls through targeted programmes focused on skills acquisition, education support and community outreach.

The President of the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA) and wife of the Inspector-General of Police, Mrs. Olufunmilola Disu, has reiterated the association’s resolve to strengthen support systems for police families, widows and young girls through a range of empowerment initiatives.

Mrs. Disu stated that under her leadership, the association will continue to prioritise programmes that provide practical assistance to women and children within the police community, particularly through skills acquisition, educational support and expanded community outreach.

According to her, empowering women connected to police families remains critical to building stronger households and fostering more resilient communities.

She explained that POWA’s skills acquisition programmes are structured to equip women with vocational and entrepreneurial skills that can help them establish sustainable sources of income and better support their families.

“These programmes are not just about learning a trade,” she said. “They are about restoring confidence, dignity and independence, especially for widows and women who must take on greater responsibilities within their families.”

Mrs. Disu also emphasised the association’s commitment to supporting the education of girls within the police community, noting that access to quality education is one of the most effective tools for addressing poverty and inequality.

Through scholarships, provision of learning materials and other forms of assistance, she said POWA is working to ensure that girls connected to police families are able to pursue their academic goals without unnecessary barriers.

“Education is one of the most powerful investments any society can make. When we support a girl’s education, we are strengthening the future of families, communities and the nation,” she added.

Beyond economic and educational empowerment, Mrs. Disu noted that POWA will continue to expand its community outreach programmes aimed at supporting vulnerable families and improving welfare within the police community.

She explained that these outreach initiatives include welfare support schemes, health and well-being programmes, and community-based interventions designed to promote solidarity and resilience among police families.

According to her, strong family support systems are essential to boosting the morale and effectiveness of police officers serving the nation.

Mrs. Disu reaffirmed that the Police Officers’ Wives Association remains committed to ensuring that every police wife, widow and girl within its network has access to opportunities that enable them to thrive.

“Our goal is to build a community where no woman feels forgotten and no girl is denied the opportunity to fulfil her potential,” she said.

She added that through sustained empowerment initiatives and strategic partnerships, POWA will continue to strengthen families, uplift communities and contribute meaningfully to national development.