August Meeting: Anambra First Lady urges women to address family, societal challenges

By Sunny A. David, Awka

As Christian women in Anambra State commence this year’s annual August Meeting, the wife of the State Governor, Dr. Nonye Soludo, has called on them to focus discussions on pressing issues affecting families and society.

In a statement issued in Awka, Dr. (Mrs) Soludo described the August Meeting as a vital platform for women to identify and address urgent problems, starting with those within their immediate communities.

She highlighted concerns such as the decline in moral standards in child upbringing, erosion of family values, drug abuse among students, parental neglect, and the growing pursuit of illicit wealth by young people. According to her, these are critical challenges the August Meeting should actively tackle.

The First Lady stressed the need for the gathering to evolve beyond traditional norms, urging women to engage in conversations that promote communal harmony, religious tolerance, and practical solutions to societal problems.

She further noted that the forum should serve as a space for ideological reformation, social advancement, and economic empowerment. Dr. Soludo encouraged participants to find effective ways of supporting members struggling with faith and life, while also dedicating time to spiritual renewal.

Additionally, she emphasized the importance of creating awareness about proper family planning, warning that an unplanned home poses a threat to societal stability.

While wishing all participants a peaceful and successful August Meeting, Dr. Soludo appealed to them to keep both Anambra State and Nigeria in their prayers.