Chinwe Bode-Akinwande

thumb|Bode-Akinwande, in 2018 Chinwe Bode-Akinwande is a Nigerian businesswoman and philanthropist, who is known for being the founder of the CBA Foundation, a non-governmental organization and charity which aims to support society's underpriviledged widows. Beyond that, she also served as a top banking executive at the First Bank of Nigeria. Quotes When we lift a widow, we lift her children, her community, and our nation. Widowhood is not a sentence to poverty, but a pathway to resilience. taken from an article by The Guardian, 20 October 2025 Every widow that is single handedly raising their children in this part of the world is a daunting task due to the many cultural and society challenges they face. taken from an article by the News Agency of Nigeria, 20 October 2023 Widows are painfully dehumanised and maltreated because they are vulnerable. It’s time to speak up, demand accountability, and implement solutions. This is a collective responsibility. The hardships faced by widows should not be overlooked. Together, we can bring about the change we seek. taken from an article by The Guardian, 28 December 2024 External links