NAOWA Inaugurates Crèche, Nursery School, Tricycles In Kaduna
As part of activities marking the Nigerian Army Day Celebration (NADCEL) 2025, the Nigerian Army Officers’ Wives Association (NAOWA) has commissioned a Crèche and Nursery School along with shuttle tricycles and Shelter Stuttle in Ribadu Cantonment, Kaduna.
Speaking on behalf of the President NAOWA, Mrs Mernan Femi Oluyede, the Deputy President, Mrs Bilkisu Ibrahim, described the project as a bold step toward improving the welfare and education of children in military communities.
The initiative, led by the Chairperson NAOWA 1 Division Chapter, Mrs Ada Lander Saraso, features modern classroom blocks, a playground, and other child friendly facilities.
Also commissioned were two shuttle tricycles and a waiting shelter to ease pupil’s transportation needs within the cantonment.
In addition to the school project, NAOWA extended humanitarian support to 120 widows of fallen heroes and conducted a medical outreach to over 300 beneficiaries, including wounded soldiers and pregnant women.
Mrs Oluyede reaffirmed NAOWA’s commitment to service, unity, and family support, thanking the Chief of Army Staff for his continuous backing.
In her remarks, Chairperson NAOWA 1 Division, Mrs Ada Lander Saraso, described the event as a significant milestone in the association’s commitment to improving the welfare of families within the military community.
She welcomed the NAOWA President, Mrs Mernan Femi Oluyede, praising her visionary leadership and support, and expressed profound gratitude for her continued commitment to the welfare of military families.
She thanked her husband, the General Officer Commanding 1 Division, Major General Mayirenso Lander Saraso, for his unwavering support toward the realization of the projects.
