Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma, and his Sokoto State counterpart, Ahmad Aliyu, will be among the 5,000 eminent Nigerians who will grace the 2025 National Women’s Conference (NWC) in Lagos State.
The NWC is an annual event organized by the Committee of Wives of Lagos State Civil Servants (COWLSO), which serves as a meeting point for women from all walks of life to exchange ideas and chart new and better ways of life for women.
The First Lady of Lagos State, Dr. (Mrs.) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, who is also the President of COWLSO, made this known on Thursday during the pre-event press conference held at Alausa, Ikeja, saying that the 25th National Women’s Conference (NWC) would be a historic edition in the life of the Committee and a celebration of visionary impact and service to humanity.
Dr. Sanwo-Olu said this year’s conference, themed “25 Years of Visionary Legacy: Inspiring the Next Generation”, will be held from Monday, October 28 to Wednesday, October 30, 2025 at the Eko Hotels and Suites Convention Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, with Governor Uzodinma as the Special Guest of Honor at the opening ceremony, while Governor Aliyu will grace the occasion at the ceremony. closing.
He said that as part of the activities marking the Conference, COWLSO, this Saturday, October 11, 2025, will storm Ikorodu for the annual pre-Conference awareness walk with the theme “Step forward, show up, never give up.”
“For a quarter of a century, COWLSO has remained a formidable platform committed to the advancement, empowerment and transformation of women here in Lagos and across Nigeria.
“Each of the past editions of this Conference has been a bold statement of purpose, addressing topical issues that affect the lives of women, their families and their communities, thereby contributing to governance in our beloved state,” she said.
“The theme equally challenges us to look back with gratitude, celebrate the legacies we have built, and look forward with hope as we pass the torch to the next generation of women leaders, builders, and changemakers.
“For this Annual National Women’s Conference, we expect 3,000 physical participants and about 2,000 virtual attendees from within and outside Lagos State. These participants are women from diverse backgrounds, including professionals, policy makers, businesswomen, civil society advocates and homemakers, united by one vision: to build a stronger and more inclusive society,” she added.
The First Lady explained that the presence of the governors and other important personalities is not only a symbol of national unity but also underlines the growing recognition of COWLSO as a catalyst for the development of women across the federation.
He also revealed that a series of pre-conference activities had been implemented that reflect COWLSO’s compassionate spirit and its belief in giving back to society.
According to her, these include free health check-ups, environmental sanitation exercises, empowerment of vulnerable people, and visits to orphanages and nursing homes, among others.
“In keeping with tradition, the Conference will also feature COWLSO physical and virtual markets, where participants can purchase quality goods and services at subsidized prices from accredited suppliers.
“The usual vibrant Gala Night will take place on the second day of the Conference and will feature entertainment, cultural exhibitions and exciting raffles for participants.
“For the benefit of those who will join the Conference through social media, the event will be broadcast live on the various social media platforms of the State Government, this will ensure that no one is left out of this great celebration of women and impact,” she stated.
Also speaking, the President of the 2025 Conference, Dr. (Mrs.) Olayemi Oke-Osanyintolu, noted that over the years, the National Women’s Conferences had continued to receive excellent feedback for their impact, organization and inspiration, and expressed the belief that this year’s edition, being the Silver Jubilee, would exceed all expectations and deliver another unforgettable experience.
“The 25th anniversary edition promises to be fun, engaging, entertaining and intellectually stimulating, with thought-provoking sessions on careers, marriage, relationships, entrepreneurship, leadership and much more,” he said.
Oke-Osanyintolu explained that this year’s theme aptly captured the enduring mission of COWLSO and said it also reflected the shared commitment to raising a generation of women who would drive purpose, progress and positive change.
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