Remi Tinubu Advocates for Police Wives' Empowerment

At the 2026 annual general convention of the Police Officers Wives Association (POWA) held in Abuja, Nigeria's First Lady, Remi Tinubu, called for greater support and recognition for police wives, highlighting their essential contributions to national security. She addressed the challenges faced by Nigerian women, particularly those married to police officers, and stressed the importance of protecting their health and mental well-being.

Tinubu described the convention as a platform for personal growth and networking. Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, praised the unwavering support of POWA members for police families and reaffirmed the Nigeria Police Force's commitment to improving the welfare of personnel and their families through initiatives in education, healthcare, and skill acquisition.

Mutiat Olufunmilola Disu, the President of POWA, dedicated the convention to recognizing the empowerment of women whose contributions often go unnoticed, emphasizing resilience and hope in difficult circumstances.