
Naval officers’ wives group vows to boost family welfare
The National President of the Naval Officers’ Wives Association, Hajiya Aisha Abbas, has promised to enhance welfare support for naval families and strengthen ties with the Nigerian Navy. During a visit to the Western Naval Command and Nigerian Navy Ship Beecroft in Lagos, Aisha Abbas praised the dedication of naval personnel and emphasized the importance of supporting their families. She highlighted the association’s commitment to unity and resilience within the naval community. Rear Admiral Abubakar Mustapha also commended Abbas for her leadership and acknowledged the association’s positive impact.
What we know
- Aisha Abbas pledged increased welfare support and collaboration with naval authorities during her visit to Lagos.
- The visit aimed to reinforce institutional cohesion and operational support systems for naval families.
- Abbas stressed the importance of unity and resilience, and called for continued support from naval authorities.
- Rear Admiral Abubakar Mustapha praised Abbas as “the mother of the Nigerian Navy” and highlighted NOWA’s contributions to family welfare.
- The Western Naval Command has intensified patrols and leveraged surveillance technology to secure Nigeria’s maritime domain, with support from NOWA seen as crucial to operational success.