The Customs Officers’ Wives Association (COWA), Port and Terminal Multi service Limited, (PTML), Chapter, on Thursday, 18 June 2026, witnessed a seamless leadership transition as Hajiya Nabila Nura Miko took over from the outgone Acting Chairperson, Mrs. Ifeoluwa Anani.
During a handover ceremony held at the PTML Customs Command, the new Chairperson, Hajiya Nabila Miko accepted the leadership role with deep humility and a strong sense of responsibility.
She expressed profound gratitude to the COWA National President, Mrs. Kikelomo Adeniyi, whose guidance and sterling leadership qualities continued to serve as a beacon of empowerment, welfare, and service for COWA members nationwide.
Her encouragement in keeping COWA members motivated is second to none. Under her visionary leadership , COWA continues to thrive as a beacon of Empowerment, welfare and service.
Hajia Miko thanked her predecessor, Mrs. Ifeoluwa Anani, for her dedication and the solid foundation she has laid for this Chapter. She served with passion and integrity, and the impact of her tenure is visible across all chapters programmes.
She Pledges to be committed to building on the achievements and successes of her administration while also breaking new ground for the promotion of COWA objectives and the enhancement of the welfare of Customs officers’ wives.
According to her, As Chairperson, I am aware that the PTML Chapter has executed several impactful programmes. which include:
International Women’s Day Celebration
Sensitization Workshop – “COWA Healthy Wife, Wealthy Life”
Breast Cancer
Awareness Programme
End of Year Outreach
Participation in Green Border Initiative School Adoption
Environmental Sensitization Lecture
In line with the National Headquarters’ agenda, Hajia Miko pledged that her administration will prioritize and sustain these three key areas:
Welfare:
Strengthening support systems for wives of officers, especially during challenging times.
Empowerment:
Expanding skills acquisition and financial independence programmes for members.
Community Service:
Deepening our impact through health, education, and environmental initiatives.
She therefore solicited for the cooperation, prayers, and support of every member of COWA PTML Chapter, the Command Management, and all our stakeholders, to join together and move the Chapter to a greater heights.
The Customs Area Controller, Deputy Comptroller N.I. Miko, while addressing the gathering, commended the outgoing leadership for its contributions and to COWA members for their role in supporting officers through stable family structures.
"While officers are engaged in revenue collection, trade facilitation and anti-smuggling operations, their wives play a critical role in maintaining stable homes that enable effective service delivery,” DC Miko said.
He congratulated the new Chairperson and expressed confidence in her ability to build on the solid foundation laid by the previous administration.
He also pledged the Command’s continued support for the association through logistics, facilities and moral backing
He further acknowledged the leadership of the COWA National President, Mrs. Kikelomo Adeniyi, for her visionary leadership that continues to strengthen all chapters nationwide and her guidance which is felt all over the service.
Also speaking on behalf of the outgone Acting Chairperson, Mrs. Anyi Akhigbe, the Vice Chairperson of the association conveyed Mrs. Anani’s gratitude to God and appreciation to the Command Management and members for their cooperation throughout her tenure.
She expressed confidence in the new leadership and pledged continued support for the incoming administration.
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