By: Bashir Hassan Abubakar
Women in the Yelwan Kumdum community have achieved a significant milestone in leadership and economic independence, thanks to targeted interventions by the Attah Sister Helping Hand (ASHH) Foundation.
Driven by the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership (RWVL) Project—implemented by ActionAid Nigeria and funded by Global Affairs Canada—the initiative successfully established a dedicated Women’s Hub.
Through this platform, 30 local women received intensive training in core governance skills, including leadership, conflict resolution, and collective advocacy, to amplify their voices in local decision-making and grassroots development.
To turn this newfound leadership into tangible economic power, the ASHH Foundation equipped the hub with a complete groundnut oil extraction machine. The modern machinery replaces grueling traditional processing methods, instantly boosting production efficiency and safety.
Mr. John Frederick, ASHH Foundation’s Programme Training Officer, emphasized that combining leadership training with mechanized tools is the key to building resilient, self-sustaining communities where women can truly thrive.
The community has warmly embraced the intervention, noting its immediate potential to transform local livelihoods.
The traditional ruler of Yelwan Kumdum, Mr. Nasiru Hussaini Kundum, praised the project as a timely solution that reduces the physical burden on women while maximizing productivity.
Expressing gratitude to the partners, Women’s Hub leader Mrs. Saratu Hassan and fellow beneficiaries highlighted that the machine will drastically cut processing time, increase household incomes, and pave a clear path toward long-term economic independence.
