The Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association, NAOWA has pledge to give the Nigerian Army all the necessary support needed to succeed in its endeavours.
The NAOWA National President, Mrs. Salamatu Yahaya made the pledge when she led an executive council members of the organisation on a courtesy call on the Army Headquarters, Abuja.
She officially congratulated the Chief of Army Staff, COAS, Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya on his appointment as the 22nd COAS of the Nigerian Army.
Mrs Yahaya promised more support for the Army to enable it sustain its humanitarian activities across formations and units in order to bring succour to the less privileged in the society.
She stated that members of the Association were at the Army Headquarters to further cement already existing cordial working relationship between NAOWA and the Nigerian Army.
Mrs Yahaya prayed to God to give him the wisdom and strength to lead the Army in the right direction.
She appealed to the COAS to also ensure the completion of the recently initiated NAOWA Wellness Center flagged off by the former National President of the Association, Mrs Fati Attahiru.
According to her, “when completed, the project would be dedicated to the late COAS and his wife.”
Responding, the Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Faruk Yahaya expressed gratitude to the National leadership and members of NAOWA for their visit.
General Yahaya noted that their numerous humanitarian engagements have impacted positively on the lives of many less privileged persons in the society.
He urged them to sustain the good work and contribute their quota to the socio economic development of the nation.
General Yahaya commended members of the Association for standing by their husbands and keeping the home front while their spouses engaged in service to the nation. He urged them to remain steadfast.
Highpoint of the visit was the presentation of souvenirs to NAOWA National President.
Mercy Chukwudiebere
