Yemi Olajutemu
Ado Ekiti
04/12/2023
The Ekiti State Women in Management (EKWIM) has taken a bold step forward in addressing the economic realities faced by women, urging them to explore innovative avenues to augment their income and mitigate financial hardships.
During the group’s recent annual program, the EKWIM coordinator Mrs. Oyeyemi Kayode-Ojo, emphasized the need for women to adopt more creative approaches to secure additional sources of income.
The call was made at 2023 induction of new members who had attained management ranks in various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
At the heart of the program was a public lecture themed “Navigating Economic Downtrend: Panacea for Female Civil Servants” delivered by Prof Kemi Oluyege, notable figures such as Mrs. Peju Babafemi, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social development and Engineer Sunday Komolafe, the Ekiti State Head of Service, stressed the adverse impact of economic hardships on women’s homes, health, and society at large.
Prof Oluyege urged participants to delve inward and harness their innate abilities to devise solutions for prevailing challenges within their domains, fostering financial benefits in a mutually advantageous manner, especially in light of the current economic climate following the fuel subsidy removal which had skyrocketed prices of goods and services across the nation
Other speakers including Mrs. Babafemi emphasized the imperative of financial discipline and urged women to prioritize their health for enhanced service delivery.
Also, Engr. Sunday Komolafe commended EKWIM’s efforts in organizing and coordinating female civil servants, recognizing the crucial role women play in upholding homes, offices and the society, while advocating strategies to overcome economic adversities.
The event also featured Barrister Toyin Abegunde who showcased organic products with revenue potential and health benefits, emphasizing the importance of exploring food preservation methods for financial prudence and effective resource management.
She emphasized the need to encourage the production of locally manufactured (organic) products; creating awareness on the dangers associated with consumption of products with synthetic chemicals.
Established in March 2021 by former Governor’s wife, Erelu Bisi Fayemi, EKWIM aims to empower and enhance the capacity of female civil servants, equipping them to navigate work, home, and societal challenges.
The group aims to support women in excelling in their careers despite prevailing economic adversities.