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AWLO 15TH ANNIVERSARY INDUCTION AND PARTNERS DINNER AND THANKSGIVING 2024

African Women in Leadership Organisation (AWLO) successfully hosted its prestigious Induction & Awards Night on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the magnificent Continental Hotel, Abuja. This grand event celebrated excellence, honored trailblazers, and reinforced AWLO’s commitment to empowering African women and fostering impactful leadership.

The evening was graced by an esteemed gathering of dignitaries and speakers, including Dr. Linus Okorie MFR, Chief Executive Officer of GOTNI , Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi, Hon. Mandate Secretary, Women Affairs Secretariat (WAS) Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), the First Lady of African Women in Leadership Organisation , Mrs. Eno Attai, Mr. Fidelis Anosike, CEO Daily Times, Dr. Mrs Aisha Achimugu, GMD FELAK CONCEPT GROUP, Mr. Aniekpeno Mkpanang , AWLO Global Heforshe champion and Patron, Dr. Kelvin Igumbor, Healthcare Labor and Employment Executive, USA, Dr. Tina Njoku-Opara, Founder/CEO of Tin Group of Companies, Hon. Anielan Umanah, former Commissioner, former House of Representative, Akwa Ibom State, Dr. Glory Edet, former Commissioner of Women Affairs, Akwa Ibom State and founder Mary Slessor-Akan Glo Foundation, Nigeria, Fatumata Diara, United Nations Central Emergency, New York, USA , Comrade Hafsat Shoaib, Chairperson Trade Union Congress Nigeria, Mrs. Geraldine Etuk , Acting National President of National Council of Women Society, Nigeria and many more from around the world.

These distinguished leaders joined other high-profile guests to celebrate and recognize individuals whose remarkable contributions are shaping Africa’s future.

The event also welcomed new members into the AWLO family through an inspiring Induction Ceremony, new Global Patrons and Patronesses had their official decoration too, further strengthening the organization’s global network of changemakers.

The Anniversary Thanksgiving Service, held on Friday, December 15, 2024, at RCCG, The Throne Room, Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, was a heartfelt conclusion to the two-day celebration, offering gratitude for AWLO’s journey and milestones.

As we reflect on this remarkable event, we extend our deepest gratitude to all attendees, speakers, leaders and honorees who made it a night to remember. Together, we continue to advance the cause of African women in leadership and drive meaningful change across the continent.

Wishing you all a joyous holiday season and a lllprosperous New Leadership

Dr. Elisha Attai
Founder, African Women in Leadership (AWLO)

December 26, 2024
AWLO INDUCTION DINNER 2021

African Women in Leadership Organisation (AWLO) held its 2021 induction dinner on the 9th of December at the Sheraton Hotel, Abuja.
The event was graced with dignitaries from around the world and government representatives, and was coloured with great celebration of African womanhood and funfair.
There were a total number of fifty two (52) new Inductees from different countries of the world and from various professions such as Business, Politics, Ministry, Education, Fashion industry, Medicine, etc.
These distinguished women are Nancy Aragbaye, Emem Ukoh, Dr Edidiong Ekereuke, Iwuanyanwu chinonye Patricia, Ezinne Sila Ojo, Aisha Aminu A., Ms. Endouh Anna Yerimah, Chief (Mrs) Sarah Edem Umoh (LSM), Patience Ndaga, Eno Brezhnev, Amb. Mrs. Debby U. Tommy, Dr. Juliet Mekone Sale, Mrs. Uche OBI (Odibeze) Lady Josephine Nwaeze, Amb. Dr. Joy Osazuwa, Aishat Fitumi Abdullahi, HRM Lady Evelyn Balogun, Haj Zainab Ahmed Belgore, Ishiatu Fofanah, Blessing Nduonyi Johnson, Iheukwumere Esther Chinalurum, Prudence Batchankwe, Mariatherese Robson Nnamso, Cynthia Temitope Ozofu Gregg, Mrs Itoro Cletus-Ekpo, Mrs Esther Unyime Etim, Dr Maimoona Sheila Salim, Chimka Isichel-okafor, Enowbi Nadege Agbornjah, Hope Amechi Nwokorie, Mrs Helen Dahunsi, Professor Ngozi Nnam, FNSN, Amina Magdalene Billy, Ekpunobi Ifeoma (Mrs) , Tongzok Forsac Epse Iyok Agatha, Dr. Amaka S. Ngene, Nthabeleng Angelina Nts’asa, Ngwu Uchenna Rita, Paula T. Segun-Oni, Mrs Nnenna Lilian Chukwumbah, Ezeugwu Vivian, Hajia Lami Tumaka, Mrs. Hannah Willsobong, Mrs. Rose Omoa Oriaran-Athony, H.W. Sharen Palacio, Lady Mary Eneyi Gabe Ona, Mrs. Vittorio-Anthony Sotonye Uchechi, Madam Beatrice Kallay, Senator Akon Eyakenyi PhD, PHF, Saadatu Sani Musa, Hariratu Ladi Yakubu, and Mrs. Beactrice Mary Chukwuonwe.

The Induction ceremony also featured guest speakers such as H.E. Alhaji Yahaya Bello- Executive Governor of Kogi State, Her Excellency Hajia Ramatu Tijani- Minister of State for the Federal Capital, Prof. PLO Lumumba- Kenya, Astrin Arens- President of Voice Aid Association Germany, James Clinton Williams- Voice Aid Germany and Dr. Cynthia Gregg- CEO Safety Signature, Nigeria.

There were also a considerable number of notable AWLO HeForShe Global Champions, AWLO Executive council members, AWLO Board members, Global patrons and AWLO’S Youth Council in attendance.

The event also featured the decoration of AWLO patrons from around the World. These Distinguished Global Patrons are Senator Donzella James, Prof. PLO Lumumba, Senator Akon Etim Eyakenyi, H.E Alanyingi Sylva, Lady Josephine Nwanyinnaya Nwaeze, Rev’d Grace Aiyedogbon, Senator Petronila Were, Haija Binta Muazu, Professor Uduak Archibong, Haija Lami Tumaka, Mrs. Mfon Usoro, Aare Dr. Dele Momodu, Dame Julie Okah Donli, H.E. Dr. Francess Virginia Anderson, Mrs Rose Omoa Oriaran Anthony, HRM Loviyn Balogun, Nanneh Kemte Giadom, Mrs. Mariam Olusola Nishile, Mrs. Patience Umo Eno, Dr. Tina Njoku-Opara and Senator Princess Florence Ita-Giwa.

AWLO also deemed it fit to recognize some phenomenal women of worth who have dedicated their lives in the service of the nation. These women are
Flight Lieutenant Hauwa Hassan, Major Janet Emeterojo Osamgbi, Brigadier General Christianah Atoke Thomas, Navy Captain Solebo Feyisara Medinat and AIG Dr. Aishat Abubakar.

Other Awardees were Senator Akon Etim Eyakenyi, Ms Sonto Mayise, Ms. Mary Aconsilia Makokha, H.E Ambassador Arikana Chihombori-Quao, H.E Alanyingi Sylva, Prof. PLO Lumumba, Dr. Stefano Piotti, H. W Mayor Sheran Palacio, Lady Josephine Nwanyinnaya Nwaeze, Rev’d Grace Aiyedogbon, Dr. Gregg Cynthia, Pastor (Mrs.) Patience Umo Eno, Mrs. Bertha Yenwo Yiberla, Bishop Dr. Margaret Minika Ene-ita JP, Senator Petronila Were, Dr. Susana Adams, and Late Ubong King.

These Awardees are men and women who have distinguished themselves with selfless service to their community and nation. They are icons whose exemplary conduct and outstanding achievements have made them notable role models to the younger generation.

The African Women in Leadership Organisation (AWLO) is an international not-for-profit organisation with membership that is open to all women of African Descent. Since its inception, AWLO has been working tirelessly to change the narrative of women leadership in Africa through gender parity, leadership effectiveness, and global development.
AWLO brings together female executives, professionals and leaders to further advance the leadership status of women in continent of Africa, by creating an empowering platform and harnessing the synergies of alliance.
Founded in 2009 through the visionary leadership of Hon. Dr. Elisha Attai, AWLO has impacted countless women across the African continent and it’s diaspora.
AWLO membership is a support system of members of AWLO, who exemplify the AWLO Pledge; a commitment to build and influence one another to become leading women.

July 12, 2022