Empowering The Next Generation: WOPO Leads Campaign For Girl-Child Education In Lagos

It was an atmosphere of inspiration, creativity, and hope on Saturday, October 18th, 2025, as the Women Protection Organisation (WOPO), in partnership with EventzbyTeemah and supported by the Lagos State Ministry of Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation (NGO Unit), Lagos State Ministry of Information, Eti-Osa East LCDA, the Baale of Owode-Ogombo Community, sip and paint experience, and LemonLime Nigeria Limited, hosted a vibrant community celebration to mark the International Day of the Girl Child 2025 at the Baale’s Compound, Owode Community, Ogombo, Eti-Osa, Lagos State.

The event, themed “The Girl I Am, The Change I Lead Girls on the Frontline of Crisis” with the sub-theme “Empower, Educate, Uplift, Change the World,” brought together young girls, community leaders, advocates, and professionals in a shared mission to inspire and amplify the voices of the next generation of women leaders.

The event underscored a strong message of unity and collective responsibility in championing girl-child education and empowerment.

Throughout the day, participants engaged in hands-on activities and mentorship sessions designed to foster confidence, creativity, and self-expression. One of the event’s highlights was the Sip & Paint Experience, where the girls painted portraits symbolizing strength, hope, and leadership — turning art into a medium for empowerment.

Speaking at the event, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Towobola, convener and representative of WOPO, emphasized the importance of consistent community engagement in shaping a brighter future for girls.

“We must continue to create safe and supportive platforms that allow girls to thrive, dream, and lead regardless of the challenges they face,” she said, commending all partners for their collaboration and commitment.

In an interactive session, Mrs. Fatimah Mafe-Giwa, CEO of EventzbyTeemah, urged the girls to believe in themselves and use their voices to drive change.

“You can become whoever you aspire to be when you put God first and stay focused on your goals,” she encouraged.

LemonLime Nigeria Limited, a PR and brand communications agency, provided strategic media and visibility support, ensuring that the story of empowerment reached a wider audience. A representative of the company noted:

“At LemonLime, we use storytelling to spotlight causes that truly matter and few things matter more than empowering the next generation of women leaders.”

The Baale of Owode-Ogombo Community praised WOPO and its partners for choosing the community as a host and urged continued engagement with grassroots initiatives that uplift young women. Additional support came from Bumble Treats and the Aijmade Care Foundation, whose contributions added colour and warmth to the day’s celebration.

As the sun set over Owode-Ogombo, the event ended on a high note with laughter, creativity, and renewed confidence among the girls. Their painted portraits and bright smiles told a story of hope: that when a girl is empowered, the entire community moves forward.