The Auxillary Bishop of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Maitama, Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Dr. Anselem Umoren, has urged women to ensure they contribute their quota in nation-building.
The cleric gave this urge in his remark to mark the occasion of the Catholic Women celebration of 2033 World Union Of Catholic Women Organization.
Umoren enjoined women to establish good relationship with God to ensure success in their endeavours.
The Auxillary Bishop pointed out the roles of women in nation building, admonishing them to always contribute their quota to national development.
He said the task of repositioning the country required the prayers and support of devoted Christian women.
The President, Abuja Archdiocesan, Catholic Women Organisation, Mrs Ebele Okoye, while commenting on the event, explained that the essence of the event was to seek divine intervention for Nigeria, most especially at this period when the country is facing series of challenges.
She disclosed that the organisation has over the years impacted the wellbeing of the less privileged in the country most especially in the areas of education, health, shelter and food, among others.
Speaking, former Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Dame Pauline Tallen, who was conferred with an award for outstanding support for women and the less-privileged, called on women not to relent in entrusting their ways and activities to divine direction and assistance.
She cited the need for Government at all levels to be committed to women empowerment to enable them contribute to national economic development.
Also, two of the Awardees, Lady Felicity Ake and Mr Amadi Steve, hailed the Organisation for the honour and urged women and men to be good planners in order to always succeed at homefront and their endeavours.
The most inspiring moment of the event were cultural performance, medical outreach, and donation of food items to the less-privileged.
