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Ibeno Women Pledge Solidarity to Eunice Thomas' Leadership...announce new forum

 





A socio-cultural cum socio-political association, "Circle of Trust", has formally announced its formation in Akwa Ibom State, while declaring Dr. Eunice Thomas as Grand Matron. Dr. Thomas — former Commissioner for Women Affairs, and Education respectively in Akwa Ibom State, is Non-Executive Director on the Board of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). 


Speaking during a visit to the Director, Mrs. Magdalene Leo, president of CoT, disclosed that their choice of Dr. Thomas as grand matron is because of her impactful mentorship of women and young people, and time-tested credibility as a beacon of hope for Ibeno community. The Forum further described her as a "friend of widows, not only in Ibeno land but across other local government areas of the state", and a "woman who gives strength to those without strength".










As stated by Mrs. Leo, parts of the Forum's aims are to enhance rapid community development and fast track women empowerment. It will also seek ways to foster unity and love by preaching peaceful co-existence, as well as mobilizing women to play greater roles in politics and governance. To give it a solid footing, the president disclosed that plans are underway to have it registered with relevant authorities.


While soliciting her backing to enable it achieve its immediate and long term goals, the women pledged solidarity and commitment to her leadership which it hailed as "conscientious, empathic, honest and rewarding".


In her remarks, the NNPCL Director lauded the women for their collective vision, opining that with unity and togetherness, the forum can achieve all its goals. She described their objectives as noble and praised their courage to find ways to break free from their limitations, encouraging them to always speak up and be heard.


Dr. Thomas who suggested that the group should explore non-subservient ways of generating revenue such as owning a cooperative society through which it can give out business loans, amongst others, donated a take off grant to the body for the initiative. With the group having its own finances, it can make independent decisions on issues that affect their communities, the local government area, state, and country in general, she submitted.


She urged them to always align their ambitions and dreams with the plans of God. She also reminded them of the importance of building their home and maintaining family values, while pursuing communal development.


"As women, we have to be the covering of our family, and we can do this through every day intercessory prayers". 


The former commissioner advised members of the forum to shun divisive tendencies and exist in love and forgiveness as these are the sure ways to win together. 


She thanked the group for identifying with her efforts, and for their belief in her. She promised to continue to support women and empower them sustainably.


The group has Magdalene Leo as President; Anthonia Bassey — VP; Princess Wills — Secretary; Blessing Brown — Treasurer; Maureen Johnson — PRO, and Helen Itrechio — Adviser.

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