Women have the power to influence men and situations around them. They can achieve this using their beauty, skills, sexuality, character, loyalty, intelligence and charm. Women have been used to set traps for indomitable and matchless heros like Samson in the Bible according to the book of Judges. He was a mighty and stoic warrior. The thought of him sends cold sweats down his enemies' spines. He was widely celebrated and feared but was captured by a woman who ordinarily cannot stand  his greatness. King David, the man after God's own heart could not resist a woman. He forgot who he was and what he represents at the sight of a naked woman. King Solomon had hundreds of wives and concubines yet could not withstand the charm and personality of the Shulamite woman. The Great Adolf Hitler, a German politician and leader of the Nazi Party, a resounding historic figure, the man behind the murder of six million Jews suddenly became fond of a Jewish little girl Rosa Bernile Nienau. His genuine affinity for the young girl amazed everyone, a notorious hater of the Jews suddenly protecting a Jew. She was called Hitler's sweetheart. The great Hitler cherished his friendship with the little girl. She puts smiles on his serious face. 

 Love according to Paulo Coelho "is an untamed force. When we try to control it, it destroys us. When we try to imprison it, it enslaves us. When we try to understand it, it leaves us feeling lost and confused". Some of the great and respected men in our society today dance to the tunes of ordinary women even prostitutes.  They readily obey the commands of these women especially when it's conditional. 

The power of a woman lies in her submission and loyalty to her man. Submission is service not slavery. It is not weakness but is a great strength. When a woman submits to her man, it will increase her respect before him. You can easily find favor in the eyes of your boss or people around when you are loyal. Most times it takes stooping to conquer. Men are bossy and egoistic in nature, and therefore hate women that treat them in ways that diminish their egos or make them feel inadequate. 

Some women indirectly manipulate their husbands but with wisdom. It is with a smooth tongue that the snail sails through the thorns. No matter how hardened a man is, a woman with his password can live happily and peacefully with him. 

Oscar Wilde once said that "You don't love someone for their looks, or their clothes, or for their posh car, but because they sing a song only you can hear". That song is the password.  The password that she alone knows how to use. With the use of the password the man becomes accessible, enjoyable, gullible and even controllable. 

 An adage says that a gentle-voiced wife cheats her husband.  Men distaste loud-voiced woman. Gentility is not cowardice. It is a great strength. Good men love happy and peaceful homes. Once a woman is capable of making a man happy and feel peaceful, she has automatically become an angel irrespective of her physical appearance. 

Every seemingly ugly woman has something beautiful about her.

The power of a woman also lies in her knowledge, wisdom and intelligence. A woman should seek knowledge, read books, chase positive innovations and become versatile. Be that woman that has an idea about business, farming, cooking, politics, government, sports, entertainment and virtually everything. You need ideas to build your home, to raise your children, to achieve your dreams and to be that helpmate God mandated you to be. Let people seek you because of what you can offer not because they want to use you. 

The Power of a woman is evident in her skills. What can you do? What solution can you bring? What problem can you solve? Are you satisfied with just being a wife and mother when others are CEOs and Directors of companies and organizations, yet great wives and mothers. Every woman needs a skill. Your cooking skills can be an irresistible attraction. Your digital or conventional skills can open chapters of opportunities for you as a woman. No woman is permitted to be a liability in this age. Be a problem solver. Women are becoming more. If you don't have a skill, get one, you will need it now or later. 

The Power of a woman is perfected in her character, charm and personality. What is your strength and what is your weakness?. Your character can make you powerful, sought after and appealing. Your attitude and lifestyle can be more eloquent than your voice. There is a lot of strength and power in a distinguished character. Your refusal to do the wrong things may cost you material things momentarily but sticking to a life of virtue pays greater dividends. Your charm, smiles, beautiful features, dress sense, sensibility and lovable personality can open doors that your certificates can't. 

Do not use your physical beauty for ashes. You are worth more than few minutes pleasure. You are worth more than being a secret. You should not only have your body to offer. Your power does not lie in-between your legs. It lies in the strength of your character. Use your power to touch lives, bring solutions and contribute meaningfully to the society. Don't use your sexuality to break homes, maim lives and betray trusts.

As part of her projects for girls in rural communities, a Non Governmental Organization in Imo, Dorcas Foundation For Women And Girl Child (DOFFWAG) has celebrated the 2025 international menstrual hygiene day with young female students of Atta Girls Secondary School in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State.

The NGO which is known for advocating the rights of women and girls as well as empowering, enlightening and educating young girls, on 28th May organized a "pad a girl, teach a girl" campaign themed "Promoting Menstrual Hygiene and Dignity".

Speaking in Owerri before the campaign kick-off, the Founder, Dorcas Samson Achi stated that the project focuses on advocating and raising awareness on menstrual hygiene and health as a critical aspect of human rights, dignity, and health with the aim of encouraging a shift towards a society that supports and empowers girls and women during their menstrual cycle. 

She emphasized that the NGO wish to break the silence surrounding menstruation, end the stigma, and ensure that young girls in Imo are provided with sanitary materials to have a safe, dignified and comfortable menstrual hygiene experience. 

According to her, she observed that some female students and teens residing in rural communities are not very knowledgeable about puberty and menstruation, hence hope to use the campaign to sensitize and equip them on how to manage their puberty, menstruation, ovulation, while maintaining appropriate menstrual hygiene, good diet and positive attitude.

The campaign officially commenced in Atta Girls Secondary School now Atta High School with detailed lectures on menstruation, ovulation and personal hygiene aptly delivered by Harriet Ijeoma, a Woman Rights Advocate and Media Practitioner. Aside the lectures on health, Ijeoma revealed the intricacies of career choice, with emphasis on the students' personal interests, inclinations and dreams. 

210 female students of both Junior and Senior Secondary actively participated in the lectures, sharing their menstrual challenges and experiences in their  journey to womanhood. A good number of them asked numerous questions drawn from their individual menstrual experiences and revealed the different items they use to soak their menstrual flow.

The Foundation also organized an impromptu prize giving quiz competition amongst the students which centered on puberty and menstruations with the aim of deepening the menstrual subject and making the teenage girls conversant with the terminologies of the subject. The quiz recorded great success with 10 of the students in participation. The participants were rewarded with books and other learning materials.

The NGO freely distributed writing materials, sanitary pads and books on menstrual management to the female students to celebrate the international menstrual hygiene day. 

The Vice Principal of the school, Mr. Samson Iwuala who witnessed the insightful lectures delivered by the NGO, appreciated the founder of the NGO for her efforts towards impacting  knowledge and dishing out indispensable health information to the students. He thanked her for her commitment in women and girls' development. 

A classroom teacher who doubles as the School's Public Relations Officer, Mrs. Ebele Onyeji thanked the Foundation for the material and knowledge based gifts given freely to the students, expressing hope that the lectures will be useful to the students both now and in the future.

The students took turns to express their gratitude to the NGO for the intervention project and testified of the lessons they have learned and knowledge acquired.

As part of her projects for girls in rural communities, a Non Governmental Organization in Imo, Dorcas Foundation For Women And Girl Child (DOFFWAG) has celebrated the 2025 international menstrual hygiene day with young female students of Atta Girls Secondary School in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State.

The NGO which is known for advocating the rights of women and girls as well as empowering, enlightening and educating young girls, on 28th May organized a "pad a girl, teach a girl" campaign themed "Promoting Menstrual Hygiene and Dignity".

Speaking in Owerri before the campaign kick-off, the Founder, Dorcas Samson Achi stated that the project focuses on advocating and raising awareness on menstrual hygiene and health as a critical aspect of human rights, dignity, and health with the aim of encouraging a shift towards a society that supports and empowers girls and women during their menstrual cycle. 

She emphasized that the NGO wish to break the silence surrounding menstruation, end the stigma, and ensure that young girls in Imo are provided with sanitary materials to have a safe, dignified and comfortable menstrual hygiene experience. 

According to her, she observed that some female students and teens residing in rural communities are not very knowledgeable about puberty and menstruation, hence hope to use the campaign to sensitize and equip them on how to manage their puberty, menstruation, ovulation, while maintaining appropriate menstrual hygiene, good diet and positive attitude.

The campaign officially commenced in Atta Girls Secondary School now Atta High School with detailed lectures on menstruation, ovulation and personal hygiene aptly delivered by Harriet Ijeoma, a Woman Rights Advocate and Media Practitioner. Aside the lectures on health, Ijeoma revealed the intricacies of career choice, with emphasis on the students' personal interests, inclinations and dreams. 

210 female students of both Junior and Senior Secondary actively participated in the lectures, sharing their menstrual challenges and experiences in their  journey to womanhood. A good number of them asked numerous questions drawn from their individual menstrual experiences and revealed the different items they use to soak their menstrual flow.

The Foundation also organized an impromptu prize giving quiz competition amongst the students which centered on puberty and menstruations with the aim of deepening the menstrual subject and making the teenage girls conversant with the terminologies of the subject. The quiz recorded great success with 10 of the students in participation. The participants were rewarded with books and other learning materials.

The NGO freely distributed writing materials, sanitary pads and books on menstrual management to the female students to celebrate the international menstrual hygiene day. 

The Vice Principal of the school, Mr. Samson Iwuala who witnessed the insightful lectures delivered by the NGO, appreciated the founder of the NGO for her efforts towards impacting  knowledge and dishing out indispensable health information to the students. He thanked her for her commitment in women and girls' development. 

A classroom teacher who doubles as the School's Public Relations Officer, Mrs. Ebele Onyeji thanked the Foundation for the material and knowledge based gifts given freely to the students, expressing hope that the lectures will be useful to the students both now and in the future.

The students took turns to express their gratitude to the NGO for the intervention project and testified of the lessons they have learned and knowledge acquired.

...Donates N15million  To Kickstart Initiative

Dr. Chima Matthew Amadi, popularly known as Mazi Gburugburu, has unveiled the Dr. Chima Amadi Movement (CAM), a new initiative aimed at empowering rural dwellers in Imo State. The launch ceremony, held on April 23, 2025, was a grand affair that showcased the rich cultural heritage of Imo State and the collective commitment to a brighter future.

The event was a kaleidoscope of colors, sounds, and emotions, with different cultural and social displays that highlighted the diversity and unity of the people. Traditional dancers from various parts of Imo State performed with gusto, their vibrant costumes and rhythmic movements captivating the audience.

One of the highlights of the event was the donation of portraits to Dr. Amadi, a gesture that touched his heart and underscored the deep affection and appreciation that the people have for him. The portraits, beautifully crafted by local artists, captured Dr. Amadi's philanthropic spirit and commitment to the welfare of others.

During the event, Mazi Gburugburu donated N15 million to kickstart the initiatives of CAM. The donation included N10 million for operational purposes, N2 million for the women's wing, and N3 million for logistics and transportation. This generous gesture was met with applause and gratitude from the attendees.

In his address, Mazi Gburugburu emphasized the importance of collective efforts in achieving a common goal. "Today marks a pivotal moment in our collective journey toward creating a more equitable and sustainable future for our people," he said.

The Director General of CAM, Apostle Hon. Nlem Kelechi, presented an address during the town hall meeting, highlighting the group's structure and goals. He noted that CAM is designed to complement the efforts of The Mazi Organization (TMO) in carrying out philanthropic services and reaching out to the grassroots. "CAM will work in tandem with TMO to ensure that our initiatives have a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve," he said.

The unveiling of CAM and the generous donation by Mazi Gburugburu mark a significant milestone in the journey of empowering rural dwellers in Imo State. With the collective efforts of the group and Mazi Gburugburu's leadership, CAM is poised to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many.

The event was attended by prominent figures, including Okenze Blyden Amajirionwu, Hon. Henry Onwukwe, Apiti, Hon. Michael Crown, Obinna Onwuegbucha, and Cajetan Duke, among others. Their presence underscored the importance of the occasion and the commitment of the organization to its mission.

As CAM embarks on its mission, it is envisioned that the impact will be felt for years to come. Mazi Gburugburu's vision for a brighter future for Imo State and his commitment to empowering others are evident in the launch of CAM and the generous donation to support its initiatives.

In a shocking move that has sent tremors through the Imo State political landscape, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has lost a significant number of its members to The Mazi (Gburugburu) Organization (TMO).

The mass defection, which was made official on Thursday, March 6th, 2025, saw prominent politicians from various parties in Imo State join the ranks of TMO. The defectors, who were received warmly by the organization's leadership, cited the APC's failure to deliver on its promises and the organization's commitment to grassroots development and humanitarian work as reasons for their decision.

Among the notable politicians who have joined TMO are Okenze Engr. Paul Opara, immediate past APC Zonal Chairman of APC, Owerri Zone; Hon. Udo Agoha, former Commissioner for Agriculture and State Coordinator Big Tent, Imo State; and Hon. Titus Anyanwu, Okenze Henry Unegbu, Hon Chinenye Ezurike, immediate past Chairmanship Aspirant in the just concluded Local Government Council election, Ezinihitte.

Others include Princess Julieth Anyanwu, Engr Fred Kamalu, Dr. Uzor Mmezi, ADP State State Chairman, Engr. Paul Ejiogu former and the APC ward Chairmen from Ngor Okpala LGA.

The Mazi (Gburugburu) Organization, led by Dr. Chima Matthew Amadi, has welcomed the new members and assured them that their decision to join the organization will be a worthwhile one. With the influx of these seasoned politicians, TMO is poised to mobilize the people to craft the Imo of their dream.

The organization has called on all Imo citizens to join them in their quest for a better future. With a focus on inclusivity, transparency, and accountability, TMO is committed to providing a platform for all Imo citizens to participate in the decision-making process and contribute to the development of the state.

The mass defection is seen as a significant blow to the APC's stronghold in Imo State, and it remains to be seen how the party will respond to the loss of its members. One thing is clear, however: The Mazi (Gburugburu) Organization is a force to be reckoned with in Imo State politics.

As the world marks International Women's Day with the theme " Accelerate Action: calls for rapid advancements in gender equality", a Non Governmental Organization (NGO) in Imo, Dorcas Foundation for Women and Girl child has unequivocally condemned discrimination, sexual harassment, domestic violence and all kinds of abuse against women and girl child.

Speaking to newsmen in Imo, the founder, Dorcas Samson Achi stated that sexual harassment and domestic violence against women is on the increase, giving instance with the trending Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and Senator Natasha Uduaghan's sexual harassment saga and the several domestic violence against women resulting to murder and heinous injuries on wives and concubines especially in the southeast.  

She noted that the Senate's quick suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan over alleged sexual assault by the Senate President is unacceptable, partial and an attempt to silence women's voice against abuse at all levels, adding that thorough investigation on the matter ought to be carried out before decisions are made. 

The Woman Advocate stated that women should be given a pride of place and an equitable environment to maximize their full potentials in education, work places, corridors of power and different parastatals, adding that the significance of the Women's day celebration is the need to accelerate action in support of women to ensure their education, empowerment, health and safety.  

She vehemently condemned sex for grades in schools, saying that the school being an academic environment should offer a safe atmosphere for growth and learning, not for sexual harassment, abuse of women nor taking advantage of poor performance of female students.

"What is a lecturer teaching his student by demanding for sex to manipulate or upgrade her grade? This evil has gone a long way in damaging the dignity and integrity of these students as well as given them a bad orientation. When a student can sleep with different lecturers to pass out from school, she would believe she can get a job, an appointment and a headway by sleeping with the employers and men in different positions of authority to get what she wants. This further imbibes a negative culture culture in her which may be transferred  to other people including her children".

Achi challenged patriotic individuals who seek for development of every nation to join forces to creat a gender equal world, a world free from discrimination, marginalisation, bias, stereotypes and push for a diverse, equitable and inclusive world. 

She advocated for gender equality in the family, community, work space and politics, arguing that difference should be valued and celebrated as we make conscious efforts towards collective advancement. 

The Feminist urged government and political leaders to raise awareness about women's discrimination, sexual harassment, domestic violence against women and invest in women's advancement as well as take urgent actions to forge gender parity.  

She utilized the opportunity to Extol women's achievements in the educational, political and socioeconomic development of the nation, saying that Nigeria as a nation has benefited immensely from the impacts and inputs of women towards human capital development, nation building at the grassroot, state and national levels.

The New Owerri Youth Organization (NOYO) comprising of World bank Housing Estate, Imo Housing Estate, Federal Housing Estate, Area A, I, M, N and Federal Sites and services, has given Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) two weeks window to respond to their demands as clearly stated in the letter delivered to their office in Owerri during a peaceful deliberation by the group on the 18th February, 2025. 

Speaking during the meeting, the president of the organization, Mr. Kenneth Ozioma Nzeocha highlighted the demands made by the organisation which includes :

1. Immediate improvement on the supply of power to all the areas of New Owerri Ward 1(World bank Housing Estate),

2. Mandatory installation of transformer meters to all power transformers within the new owerri ward 1, to initiate and enable accurate reading of power consumption and billing. 

3. Provision of affordable prepaid meters to inhabitants of new owerri ward 1 or  proper arrangements should be made to bill the inhabitants of New Owerri Ward 1 through community billing by using the transformer monthly energy consumption reading accurately.

Mr. Nzeocha emphasized that NOYO being an association known for promoting peaceful coexistence, community development and individual support or collaboration for good living around the Owerri municipality cannot keep mute when the any system is unfavorable to the people of New Owerri. 

A member of the Board of Trustees of the organization, Mr. Nnamdi Njoku, expressed displeasure at the irregularity of power supply in the area, stating that the inhabitants cannot boost of 48 hours power supply in a month, whereas 90 percent of them pay their bills on monthly basis. He described the situation as unacceptable, hence their demand for improvement in power supply and provision of prepaid meter to individuals, to enable everyone to pay according to consumption. 

The Secretary of the organization, Mr. Kanu Ugonna Anthony, described the power supply in the area as epileptic.

His words,

"We are here to complain of the epileptic power supply in new owerri ward 1 amid height of unacceptable monthly billing. We have come to make demands. We want to pay as we consume. We don't want over estimated billing anymore. We need transformer meter in all the transformers in new owerri so that we can either adopt individual billing or communal billing. We can't continue to pay for what we did not consume. 

The power supply is very irregular that you can rarely have power supply per hour in a day. The situation is terrible coupled with the hot weather. The heat is much this season. Some of us sleep without light considering fuel hike. Our children don't enjoy their sleep anymore, with rashes all over their body. We find it difficult to pomp water for domestic use. We need these issues to be addressed accordingly."

Addressing newsmen shortly after the deliberations, the President, Mr Nzeocha expressed satisfaction at the success of the outing, saying that he is hopeful that the agency will respond within two weeks to their important demands but where they fail to do so, the organization will be left with no choice than to take greater actions to ensure their needs are met with no further delay.