Abuja, FCT – December 14, 2024
The African Women in Leadership Organization (AWLO), on Saturday, December 14, 2024, conferred its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award on Pastor (Mrs.) Florence Umana, Chairman of the Unique Precious Care Foundation. This honor was bestowed in recognition of her unwavering commitment to humanitarian service and her transformative impact on countless lives and communities across Nigeria.
The award ceremony, held at the distinguished Continental Hotel in Abuja, was a momentous occasion graced by dignitaries and well-wishers. Pastor Umana’s heartfelt and inspiring acceptance speech earned her a standing ovation, further underscoring the profound respect she commands for her exceptional contributions to humanity.
This marks the second consecutive year that AWLO has recognized her outstanding achievements. In 2023, Pastor Umana accepted an award on behalf of the Unique Precious Care Foundation during AWLO’s annual dinner in Chicago, USA.
As a tireless advocate for the less privileged, Pastor (Mrs.) Florence Umana exemplifies compassion and selfless service. Through the Unique Precious Care Foundation, she has initiated and sustained impactful programs addressing critical societal challenges, including:
Healthcare: Financing medical treatments for underprivileged patients, particularly widows and orphans, and providing prenatal and postnatal care.
Education: Awarding scholarships, grants, and educational materials to students from nursery to university levels.
Empowerment: Supporting orphanages, psychiatric homes, and drug rehabilitation centers with resources, mentorship, and training programs to restore dignity and self-worth.
Hunger Eradication: Supplying food to impoverished communities and empowering small-scale farmers with resources to promote agricultural development.
Under Pastor Florence’s visionary leadership, the Unique Precious Care Foundation has become a beacon of hope and empowerment, uplifting vulnerable individuals and fostering a more compassionate society. Her unwavering belief in the inherent dignity of every individual and her exemplary leadership have inspired many to join her mission of creating a just and equitable world.
Beyond her philanthropic achievements, Pastor Florence is a devoted wife to Mr. Umana Okon Umana and a nurturing mother to four biological children and numerous dependents. Her legacy is one of empowerment, unity, and a profound belief in the transformative power of kindness and faith.
The Lifetime Achievement Award is a testament to her remarkable contributions and enduring impact as a humanitarian leader, cementing her position as an inspiration to all.
