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Mary Slessor-AkanGlo Foundation, Uyo (2025)

06/07/2025

DR GLORY EDET RECEIVES COOPERATIVES’ AWARD, DEDICATES TO MULTIPLE BIRTH MOTHERS, WIDOWS

…appreciates Governor Umo Eno for supporting cooperative societies, entrepreneurs in the State

In recognition of her commitment and support to women cooperatives in the state, the President and Founder of Mary Slessor-Akan Glo Foundation, Dr Glory Edet has been honoured with cooperative award tagged "Honours Award on Business Enhancement Support for Women Cooperative Societies in Akwa Ibom State", by the Akwa Ibom State Cooperative Federation (AKSCOFED).

The Award, which was presented to her on Saturday, July 5, at the Ibom Hall Grounds, during the marking of the 2025 International Day of Cooperatives, is in acknowledgement of her touching many lives, including supporting Cooperatives through her Mary Slessor-Akan Glo Foundation, and the impact she created when she was the Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture.

Receiving the award, Dr Edet noted that the award was an encouragement for her and her foundation to do more for the women and the society at large .

Dr. Edet lauded the Governor of Akwa Ibom State Pastor ( Dr.) Umo Eno for supporting Cooperatives and Entrepreneurs in the State. She urged the participants to take advantage of the cooperative development brought by the Akwa Ibom Governor.

His Excellency, the Governor was represented by Rt. Hon. Alice Ekpenyong, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Cooperatives and Rural Development.

The event also had the Hon. Minister of State for Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Aliyu Abdullahi in attendance.

The International Cooperatives is celebrated worldwide under the auspices of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA). Observed every first Saturday of July since 1923, and officially recognized by the United Nations in 1995, the day is dedicated to raising awareness of cooperatives’ vital contributions to sustainable development and peace.

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28/06/2025

MARY SLESSOR-AKAN GLO FOUNDATION MARKS SECOND ANNIVERSARY, 2025 INTERNATIONAL WIDOWS' DAY

The Founder of Mary Slessor-Akan Glo Foundation (MASLAG), Dr Glory Edet has attributed the successes recorded by the foundation in the last two years to God's grace and mercy.

Dr Edet stated this at the second anniversary celebration of the foundation which was held at Governor's Office Annex, Wellington Bassey way, Uyo, Saturday, June 28.

She paid tribute to the late Missionary, Mary Mitchell Slessor and the wonderful story of how she stopped the killing of twins and other multiple birth children as well as the banishment of their mothers in Nigeria.

The former Dean of Honourable Commissioners and Special Advisers in the state recalled that the foundation, which was officially inaugurated on June 28, 2023, aims to sustain the legacies of Mary Mitchel Slessor, support multiple birth children and parents, indigent students, youths, vulnerable women, widows etc. within the capacity of the foundation.

Dr. Edet also eulogized the Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Pastor (Dr.) Umo Eno for providing a conducive environment in the state and as well as caring for widows, elderly and the less privileged in the state.

Reviewing developments in the past two years, Dr Edet said her foundation has kept faith with its mission mandate in providing scholarships to students in tertiary institutions, training and empowerment of youths with financial packages, small scale business grants to multiple-birth parents and children, support to widows, skills acquisition, distribution of sewing machines, hair dryers and accessories, distribution of baby-support packages/payment of hospital bills for multiple-birth mothers, etc.

"Our first anniversary was marked with Pastors' wives widows. We gave support to them selected across the Churches and today, we are celebrating our 2nd Anniversary with widows, drawn from across the 31 LGAs of the state." She said.

"By the grace of God, we will try our best and continue to touch lives.” She added.

Dr Edet also took the time to appreciate partners and friends of the foundation for their supports.

In his remarks, the member representing Ini State Constituency, Hon. Lawrence Udoide, eulogized Dr. Edet for her passion in touching lives and for immortalising the legacies of the legendary Mary Slessor through her foundation and prayed for God to reward her good heart.

The Coordinator of MASLAG, Mrs Jane Michael Essien appreciated God for His grace on the foundation to create tremendous impact in just two years. She charged the widows to be prayerful and hopeful, knowing too well that God will never leave them.

In their separate goodwill messages, the Vice Chairman of Ini LGA, Hon. Veronica Bassey, HRM, Queen Ofonmbuk Inyang, representative of Wives of Paramount Rulers in Akwa Ibom State, State, Coordinator, African Women Summit, Mrs. Blessing Solomon, Deaconess Esther Udoide, wife of the Member representing Ini State Constituency all appreciated the Foundation for her passion in touching lives through and also prayed for the foundation and its upcoming events.

The event also featured Exaltation by Rt. Rev. Edet James, the Chaplain, Mary Slessor Chapel, Use Ikot Oku, and a talk on "Arise For A Better Future" by Mrs. Blessing Eshiet.

High point of the event featured the distribution of food and non food items as well as financial support to the selected widows from the 31 LGAs of the State.

26/06/2025

THE FOUNDER OF MARY SLESSOR - AKAN GLO FOUNDATION COMMENDS PARAMOUNT RULERS’ WIVES FOR THEIR POSITIVE IMPACTS IN THE SOCIETY

Wives of Paramount Rulers in the state have been commended for positively driving and supporting their husbands to maintain peace at their respective Local Government Areas, especially among the grassroots women.

The President/Founder of Mary Slessor- Akan Glo Foundation (MASLAG), Dr. Glory Edet gave the commendation on Tuesday 24th June, 2025 at the Foundation’s office, Uyo, when she received members of Paramount Rulers Wives Association (PRUWA) on a Courtesy Visit.

The President/ Founder of MASLAG thanked the wives of paramount rulers in Akwa Ibom State for positively impacting lives in their respective domains. She appreciated them for deeming it fit to come and visit the Foundation. According to her, it’s a source of encouragement to do more for humanity.

Dr. Edet thanked the revered women and described them as "Respected Women" for the support accorded His Excellency, Pastor Umo Eno’s administration. She also appreciated the Paramount Rulers for always supporting their wives.

Dr. Edet solicited their continued support and prayers for the Governor’s administration and the state as well urged them to encourage people at the grassroots level to continue being law abiding citizens.

Speaking during the visit, the wife of the Oku Ibom Ibibio/ President General of Akwa Ibom State Supreme Council of Traditional Rulers, Akwa Her Eminence, Obonganwan Philomena Etuk, said the Wives of the Paramount Rulers came as a group to familiarize and also identify with the Foundation. She also applauded the leadership of the Foundation for the life touching programmes they have embarked on so far since inception of the Foundation and also prayed to God to sustain and direct her in the right direction.

The Wife of the Chairman of traditional Rulers’ Council , Her Royal Majesty, Obonganwan (Barr.) Ako Etim Edet and the Secretary of the Forum, Her Royal Majesty,Obonganwan Queen Ofonmbuk Inyang in their messages appreciated the Foundation for touching lives and putting smiles on the faces of the vulnerable people.

The Coordinator of the Foundation, Mrs. Jane Michael Essien in her earlier remarks welcomed the Royal Women to the Foundation and thanked them for identifying with the Foundation.

The former leaders of PRUWA, Her Royal Majesty, Akwa Obonganwan Patience Udo Ukpa and Her Royal Majesty, Akwa Obonganwan Comfort Enodien appreciated Dr. Edet for the many things she did for them and other women of Akwa Ibom State as the then Honorable Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare .

They appreciated their husbands for giving them the platform to create positive impact especially at the grassroots level. They also offered prayers for the Foundation.

Media Unit
Mary Slessor- Akan Glo Foundation, AKS
June 25, 2025

17/06/2025

MARY SLESSOR-AKAN GLO FOUNDATION PRESENTS SCHOOL FEES SUPPORT TO INDIGENT STUDENTS IN HIGHER INSTITUTIONS

In tune with its aims and objectives, which include providing scholarships and support to the less privileged students in Higher Institutions, the Mary Slessor-Akan Glo Foundation (MASLAG) has for the fourth time empowered less privileged students with financial support for their University education

Presenting the financial support at a brief but colourful event which took place on Tuesday, June 17, at the Foundation’s office, Plot 131, Unit F, Ewet Housing Estate, Uyo, the Founder/President of the Foundation, Dr. Glory Edet, eulogized the impacts of the legendary Scottish Missionary to Nigeria, extolling how she stopped the killing of twins, alongside her great impacts to humanity and society. Dr. Edet also stated that the aim of the Foundation was to support the less privileged, including multiple birth children and parents, persons with disabilities, students, youths, women, etc, who are in need within the capacity of the foundation. Among other responsibilities, Dr Edet said, were to restore hope to the hopeless through counselling, skills acquisition, etc.

"We have different programmes in our Foundation. We have paid school fees for over 200 students and 20 students are on full scholarship scheme of the Foundation in Higher Institutions, given financial grants to widows, empowered young farmers with seedlings and financial support and today we are giving out another grants to students as a way of our support to qualitative education", she said.

She charged the beneficiaries to shun unhealthy competition, obey their parents, take their studies seriously and use the financial support judiciously.

Earlier, the Chairman of BOT, MASLAG, Dr. Akaninyene Akankpo who noted that the foundation is concerned in investing in the future of young people as one of its responsibilities , charged the beneficiaries to take their studies seriously and be free to reach out to the foundation where necessary.

The Coordinator of MASLAG, Mrs. Jane Michael Essien in her welcome remarks took the beneficiaries through the objectives and aims of the foundation, the various life-touching programmes executed by the Foundation and urged them to make good use of the support given to them.

In their seperate goodwill messages, the State Coordinator of African Women Summit, Mrs. Blessing Solomon and Mrs. Precious Lazarus, lauded the founder for the impacts the foundation has achieved thus far. They charged the beneficiaries to be good ambassadors of MASLAG and make judicious use of the grants.

Master Mfon Udoh and Ms. Sarah Usen , representing the beneficiaries appreciated Dr. Glory Edet and the Foundation for the educational support and prayed for God to bless her and the Foundation

For more information about the foundation and its upcoming events, interested persons are enjoined to follow our official page on https://www.facebook.com/MSAGFoundation?mibextid=kFxxJD or visit: [email protected]" rel="ugc" target="_blank">[email protected]

21/05/2025

DR. EDET BAGS AFRICA WOMEN SUMMIT AWARD OF EXCELLENCE ..dedicates Award to the Less Privileged, Multiple Birth Chidren/Parents

The President and Founder of Mary Slessor-Akan Glo Foundation, Dr Glory Edet, has received an Award of Excellence in recognition of her meritorious services to humanity and impact on the girl child, the less privileged and widows.

The award presentation ceremony took place at Lord Lugard Hall, WatBridge Hotel, where the official inauguration of Africa Women Summit, Akwa Ibom State Chapter took place on Tuesday, 20th May, 2025.

Receiving the award, the former Dean of Commissioners and Special Advisers in Akwa Ibom State noted that the award was a motivation for her and her foundation to do more for the society, while also encouraging the participants to be determined at achieving their set goals in life, adding that with the right motivation and God, everything is possible.

She also extolled the Governor of the State, His Excellency, Pastor (Dr.) Umo Bassey Eno for touching the lives of the women, men and youths in the State.

Other recipients of awards at the event include, the Honourable Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare; the Coordinator, Office of the First Lady, Mrs Helen Obareki, represented by the immediate past Chairman of Mkpat Enin Local Government Area, Hon. Mercy Bassey, Mrs Oluwafunmolola Idongesit Nkanga, the wife of the former Governor of Akwa of State.

The event also featured a panel discussion on Women Health, Spoken Word Performance as well as goodwill messages.

To God be the glory...

21/04/2025

EASTER 2025: MARY SLESSOR- AKAN GLO FOUNDATION CELEBRATES WITH MULTIPLE BIRTH PARENTS, CHILDREN

In the spirit of Easter, the President and Founder of Mary Slessor-Akan Glo Foundation, Dr. Glory Edet has distributed gift items and financial support to multiple-birth parents and children drawn from across the eleven wards of Ini LGA.

Speaking at the event, which was held on Monday, April 21, at her Ikpe Ikot Nkon residence, Dr. Edet noted that the event was part of activities she had lined up to mark this year's Easter celebration as she has been doing in other years by God’s grace. She acknowledged the grace of God and the ability given to the Foundation to touch lives in various ways. She appreciated God for the selfless life of the great Missionary who stopped the killing of multiple birth children and the banishment of their mothers; Mary Mitchell Slessor.

The former Dean of Commissioners and Special Advisers in Akwa Ibom State encouraged the multiple-birth parents to be grateful to God for the gift of their children, depend on Him while also engaging in small scale businesses and farming

Earlier in her welcome remarks, the Coordinator of MASLAG, Mrs. Jane Essien noted that the programme was to celebrate Easter with them and in line with the core objectives of the foundation ,which is aimed at promoting the legacies of Mary Slessor and touching the lives of those in need. She encouraged the beneficiaries to make good use of the support given to them.

Words of commendations were received from stakeholders of the area and beneficiaries of the various items distributed.

To God be the glory...

For more information about the foundation and its upcoming events, interested persons are enjoined to follow our official page on https://www.facebook.com/MSAGFoundation?mibextid=kFxxJD or visit: [email protected]" rel="ugc" target="_blank">[email protected]

01/04/2025

Unveiling of Special Women (Widows) Group
…as Dr. Glory Edet sues for continuous support for Governor Umo ..Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare promises to work with the women

Support group of over 3000 members made up of Widows drawn from the 31 LGAs of Akwa Ibom state has been unveiled and handed over to the Coordinator, Office of the First Lady, Mrs. Helen Eno Obareki and the Honourable Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Akwa Ibom State.

The unveiling ceremony which was held at the Ibom Hall, Uyo, on Monday, March 31, had in attendance, the Coordinator, Office of the First Lady represented by the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, the Commissioner for Agriculture, female government appointees, Wives of Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly Members, wives of Paramount Rulers, Pastors, women political stakeholders, etc.

In her remarks, the Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, who was represented by the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Mrs Inibehe Silas, appreciated Dr. Edet for being of immense support to the ARISE Agenda of the Governor and for the many lives she has touched through Mary Slessor-Akan Glo Foundation. While receiving the women, she charged them on the need to support each other, live aright and be good examples to the society.

In her remarks, Dr. Glory Edet extolled the administration of Governor Umo Eno for the achievements his administration has recorded. She noted that the selection of the women mainly widows was to encourage them and give them a sense of belonging. “We call them special women because widows are very special in the sight of God. These women are committed and loyal to the admisttlration of Governor Umo Eno." She said.

Dr Edet charged the women to “arise and shine”, be engaged in productive activities like farming, trading, etc

Also speaking, the Honourable Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, Dr. Offiong Offor thanked Dr. Edet for her large heart and for always giving hope to those in need, while charging the women to continue in their support for the administration of Governor Umo Eno.

The WALGON President, Dr. Uwemedimo Udo and the wife of the Chairman, Uyo Local Government Area as well as the wife of the immediate past President of COSAWA, Lady Blessing Monday Ebong Uko while thanking the Organizers of the event, encouraged the women to be always positive and pray regularly for the Governor and those in authorities.

Goodwill messages were received from the Wife of the Member representing Ini State Constituency, Deaconness Esther Udoide, the Secretary of Paramount Rulers wives’ Association in the State, Obonganwan Ofonmbuk Inyang, HSA to the Governor on Women Mobilization, Dr. Ekemini Umo and others who appreciated the commitment of Dr. Edet in whatever she wants to do and prayed for God to bless her.

The event also featured a talk on "Arise and Shine" by Mrs. Edima Ndaobong, a retired Director for women in the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Welfare, cultural display, financial support to selected widows across the state by the convener, distribution of uniform to the group and the distribution of maize seeds to the women.

Special Women...
Arise and Shine!

30/03/2025

News in brief!

The President and Founder of the Mary Slessor-AkanGlo Foundation, Dr. Glory Edet on Thursday, March 27, presented a keynote address at the South South Female Councillors Summit 2025, on the theme "Effective Stakeholders Partnership: The Way Forward for Grassroot Development."

The former Dean of Honourable Commissioners and Special Advisers in Akwa Ibom State used the occasion to enjoin the female councillors to be agents of positive change, differentiate their needs from wants and be committed to taking responsible decisions.

The event was held at Majesty Realms Hotel, Uyo.

22/03/2025

DR. GLORY EDET CONFERRED WITH MOTHER OF YOWICAN AWARD ..As Youth Wing of Christian Association of Nigeria marks 2025 convention

As part of activities marking the 2025 first quarter convention of the Youth Wing of Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), the President and Founder of Mary Slessor-Akan Glo Foundation and former Dean of Commissioners and Special Advisers in Akwa Ibom State, Dr. Glory Edet has been conferred with an award of recognition tagged "Mother of YOWICAN" which according to the organizers was in recognition of her invaluable contributions to the society through her Foundation.

The award was presented to her by the the Akwa Ibom State Chairman of YOWICAN, Bishop (Dr.) Durable Osung, March 22, 2025, at Cardinal Ekanem Hall, Catholic Cathedral, Dominic Utuk Avenue, Uyo.

Speaking shortly after receiving the award, Dr. Edet eulogized the organizers for finding her worthy to be so honoured among a selected few and described the award as an encouragement to do more.

She praised the leadership of YOWICAN for their commitment, passion and dedication, and prayed for the grace, wisdom of God upon them.

Dr. Edet encouraged the youths to be worthy ambassadors of YOWICAN wherever they find themselves, be proud of the Association, and further supported YOWICAN.

Other awardees include, Bishop (Prof.) Ahaziah Umanah, the CEO of Redemption FM, Abak, Prophet (Dr.) Inyang Mbuk and others.

The event also featured song renditions from invited choir groups, Sermon by Rev. Gregory Sunday. Other activities were done to mark the event.

To God be the glory...

For more information about the foundation and its upcoming events, interested persons are enjoined to follow our official page on https://www.facebook.com/MSAGFoundation?mibextid=kFxxJD or visit: [email protected]" rel="ugc" target="_blank">[email protected]

21/02/2025

PICTORIAL!

The President and founder of Mary Slessor-Akan Glo foundation and former Dean of Akwa Ibom Commissioners/Special Advisers, Dr. Glory Edet, in her usual way of magnanimity presented food items, toiletries cash, and other gift items to the family of Mrs Idorenyin Emmanuel Asanga, a native of Ikot Andem Ididep, Ibiono LGA, who was blessed with a set of triplets.

Mrs. Asanga who lost her husband shortly after her babies were delivered expressed appreciation to the founder and her team for their commitment towards the welfare of those in need and prayed for God's blessings upon them and the foundation.

Also in attendance were, the coordinator of Mary Slessor-AkanGlo foundation, Mrs Jane Mike Essien, Mrs. Precious Lazarus and Mrs. Benedict Udo Ekwere.

For more information about the foundation and its upcoming events, interested persons are enjoined to follow our official page on https://www.facebook.com/MSAGFoundation?mibextid=kFxxJD or visit: [email protected]" rel="ugc" target="_blank">[email protected]

14/02/2025

MARY SLESSOR-AKAN GLO FOUNDATION EMPOWERS A'IBOM FARMERS ..distributes water pump, knapsack sprayers, etc

In tune with its core mandate of sharing love, the Mary Slessor-AkanGlo Foundation has distributed free knapsack sprayers, water pump and other supports to selected farmers across the 31 LGAs of Akwa Ibom state.

Speaking at the event, which was held at the Foundation’s office on Friday, 14 February, the President/Founder of the Foundation and former Dean of Akwa Ibom state Honourable Commissioners and Special Advisers, Dr. Glory Edet, said that the gesture was a conscious effort to identify with Akwa Ibom farmers and support them with the needed equipments to make their work easier and enhance high productivity, especially during this dry season.

"We deal with different categories of people as enshrined in the core objectives of the Mary Slessor-AkanGlo Foundation." She said.

Dr. Edet appreciated the Governor, His Excellency, Pastor (Dr.)Umo Eno for prioritizing Agriculture in the state as well captured in the ARISE agenda.

She also gave a brief history of the life and times of the Scottish Presbyterian missionary to Nigeria, Mary Mitchel Slessor, her impacts in the society as well as the different empowerment programmes executed by the Foundation. She charged beneficiaries to make good use of the equipments given to them and prayed for God to bless their farming businesses.

"By the special grace of God, this foundation will be doing a lot to encourage people in need within our capacity, including assisting multiple-birth parents and children, less-privileged widows as well as training our young ones in different skills." She added.

In her welcome remarks, the Coordinator of the foundation, Mrs. Jane Michael Essien while welcoming all present, noted that there can't be a sustainable society without agriculture. She charged the beneficiaries to be diligent in all they do and make good use of the equipments received, and also stated that there will be a monitoring team to ensure the equipments are used for the purpose being given.

In their separate goodwill messages, state Chairman of All Farmers Association ( AFAN), Prince Bassey Inwang, the leader of Women in Agriculture, the leader of Youths in Agriculture , Prince Offiong as well as the leader of Women in Agriculture, Mrs Margaret Nya appreciated the foundation for their commitment towards the welfare and productivity of farmers in the state and other groups. They promised to make sure the equipments are utilised effectively for massive productivity.

Highpoint of the event was the presentation of knapsack sprayers, water pumps, to the farmers.

For more information about the foundation and its upcoming events, interested persons are enjoined to follow our official page on https://www.facebook.com/MSAGFoundation?mibextid=kFxxJD or visit: [email protected]" rel="ugc" target="_blank">[email protected]

07/02/2025

THE FOUNDER OF MARY SLESSOR- AKAN GLO FOUNDATION, HOSTS YOWICAN, PLEDGES CONTINUED SUPPORT

The President and Founder of Mary Slessor-AkanGlo foundation (MASLAG), Dr. Glory Edet has assured that the foundation will continue to support widows, multiple-birth parents, vulnerable children, the elderly and other less-privileged persons.

She gave the assurance when she hosted the leadership of the Youth Wing of Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), who paid her a courtesy visit at the office complex of the foundation at Ewet Housing Estate on Friday, 7 February.

Dr. Edet leveraged the visit to eulogize the late Scottish Missionary to Nigeria, extolling how she stopped the killing of twins among other great impacts on humanity and the society.

"We have different programmes in our foundation which are aimed at touching lives ." She said.

"We have paid school fees for indigent students, empowered young farmers with seedlings and financial support, supported widows and multiple birth parents with business grants to start up small businesses or expand existing ones. We have also given food items to the needy, done sensitization in schools, etc. We will continue to promote the legacies of Mary Slessor." She added.

She further assured YOWICAN that her foundation will partner with them to achieve some of their set goals for the year and beyond.

In his remarks, the Chairman of YOWICAN, Bishop (Dr.) Durable Osung, while noting that the organisation was established to empower christian youths in the state and beyond, informed the Founder of MASLAG, Dr. Glory Edet that YOWICAN has agreed and chosen her as the “Mother of YOWICAN" in recognition of her exemplary life, dedication to service, and her passion to uplift the less-privileged and widows through her foundation. He also reeled out the programmes and challenges of the organisation.

The team also informed her of the forthcoming YOWICAN week.

The event was attended by the executive team of YOWICAN as well as the Coordinator of Gender and Children Programmes of MASLAG.

To God be the glory...

For more information about the foundation and its upcoming events, interested persons are enjoined to follow our official page on https://www.facebook.com/MSAGFoundation?mibextid=kFxxJD or visit: [email protected]" rel="ugc" target="_blank">[email protected]

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