TALK OF THE TOWN EVENT…….THE UNVEILING OF WOMEN AND MODESTY GLOBAL INITIATIVE

The Women and Modesty Global Initiative, a Non-governmental Organisation, NGO, is finally set to begin operation.

After so much handwork and commitment, the founder/CEO, of the NGO, Ambassador Mrs Emelda A. Osuji, recently announced the forthcoming inauguration/unveiling ceremony and the motive behind it.

The unveiling is designed to reveal the initiative to stakeholders, prospective individual and corporate sponsors.  Its sole purpose is to create awareness to the society at large. It is going to be a gathering of the crème d’la crème as dignitaries all over the world would grace the event.

The board of Advisors to be inaugurated are Sir Mike M. Okiro, Former Inspector General of Police (Rtd), Chief Tunji Braitwaite (Ph. D), Mrs. Modupe Jimoh Ibrahim (Vice Chairman, Global Fleet), Chief Mrs. Edith Mike Ejezie (MD/CEO Gosord Oil & Gas Ltd.), Mrs. Abiodun Olujimi (Former Deputy Governor Ekiti State), Chief (Dr.) Isaac Olusola Dada, Councillor Anna Mbachu (Groove Green Ward London) Ifesinachi Ugwuonye (Leading Consultant of Citi Bank, USA), Mrs. Monilola Ogunsanya (Chartered Accountant / Fashion Designer).

This Initiative was borne out of the need to conserve female folks and preserve the most cherished African Culture. It emphasizes on dress- sense, conduct, carriage, civility, decorum, courtesy and the role of motherhood in the life of an African child.

Towards carrying out the above objective, other programs have been designed which will follow shortly after the unveiling. These are

Courtesy visit to all Governor’s wives- This campaign is a collective effort by everyone to make the country a better place, thus, it is only natural that women in authority should join to promote this noble cause. It is a social demand on all Governors’ wives to participate in this project and promote decent lifestyle among women in their respective regions.

·     Celebration of Womanhood:  This is an event packaged to celebrate women of decent lifestyles. The program will portray various drama and musical representations on the theme “Modesty and Decency in the African Woman”.  Also, awards will be given out to some deserving individuals /role models of decent dressing in Nigeria.

·     Miss Modesty Pageant- The pageantry is designed to showcase the pride of the African woman by revealing how the African woman can look beautiful in pageants without protruding her private areas. The pageant will feature beautiful models in modestly designed African prints and attires.

Madam Modesty receiving the United Nations Award

Hitherto, the NGO has contributed immeasurably to the society with its charity works. Some orphanage homes have been visited and food items given out, likewise the Old people’s homes. Also, schools have been visited and gifts such as writing materials and sanitary pads were given out. There have also been numerous counseling on sex education and parental guidance.

Osuji, popularly known as “Madam Modesty”, hails from Anambra State, happily married to Mr Charles Osuji.  She is a public servant and a philanthropist.  This reputable non-profit making organisation is proudly endorsed by the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and the Cooperate Affairs Commission, CAC.