A Visionary Commitment to Women Empowerment, Legislative Diplomacy, Entrepreneurship and Inclusive Governance Across West Africa

Her Regal Majesty, Dr. Amb. Olori Temitope Morenike Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, OJAJA II, wife of His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ile-Ife, and a passionate advocate for women empowerment, education and social development, is leading an ambitious initiative to equip 300 young women with the knowledge, skills and leadership exposure needed to take their place in governance, diplomacy, entrepreneurship and public service across the ECOWAS sub-region.

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Through the Hopes Alive Initiative for Africa, Her Regal Majesty is championing the Female Legislative Mentorship Programme on Diplomacy and Parliamentary Affairs, scheduled to hold on December 5, 2026, at the ECOWAS Parliament in Abuja.

The landmark programme represents another significant step in her commitment to creating opportunities for young women, strengthening gender advocacy and advancing women’s inclusion in decision-making processes.

Under her leadership and vision, 300 selected young women will benefit from specialised training, mentorship and practical exposure in parliamentary diplomacy, legislative processes, entrepreneurship, leadership development, women, peace and security, and public governance.

The programme is expected to attract an impressive gathering of distinguished personalities, including more than 30 serving Ambassadors in Nigeria, legislators from Nigeria and other ECOWAS member states, traditional rulers, chief executives of leading institutions, as well as representatives of the Governors’ Forum and other high-level stakeholders.

Their participation will provide an exceptional platform for interaction, knowledge exchange, networking and mentorship, connecting emerging female leaders with experienced diplomats, policymakers, legislators and influential decision-makers.

With the theme, “Strengthening Women Inclusion and Gender Mainstreaming in the ECOWAS Sub-Region,” the initiative seeks to promote stronger female representation, build leadership capacity and encourage policies that create equal opportunities for women across West Africa.

Beyond the training, the programme reflects Her Regal Majesty’s broader vision of empowering women not merely to participate in leadership but to become influential voices, innovators, entrepreneurs and contributors to regional peace, stability and sustainable development.

Through Hopes Alive Initiative for Africa, Her Regal Majesty continues to demonstrate that meaningful empowerment goes beyond advocacy; it requires deliberate action, strategic partnerships and sustainable platforms that give women the tools and opportunities to succeed.

The collaboration with the United World Congress of Diplomats (UN-WCD), through its Directorate of Parliamentary Affairs, and the ECOWAS Female Parliamentary Association (ECOFEPA), further reinforces the programme’s regional significance.

As Africa continues to pursue inclusive governance and sustainable development, Her Regal Majesty is positioning women and young female leaders at the heart of that transformation.

300 young women. One regional platform. A shared vision for stronger female leadership.

Through this initiative, Her Regal Majesty is not just opening doors for young women; she is helping prepare a new generation of women who will shape the future of governance, diplomacy, business and leadership across Africa.

HOPES ALIVE INITIATIVE FOR AFRICA: Empowering Women. Inspiring Leadership. Building a Better Africa.