By Etop Ekanem

The highly anticipated 2024 Breathe Summit brought together professionals from diverse organisations in Abuja, equipping them with cutting-edge strategies to prioritise wellness and resilience in the face of economic adversity.

The summit, convened by Maimuna Ummi Abdullahi, popularly known as Coach Didi, stated in a briefing that this year’s event aimed at providing participants with essential tools to effectively manage stress, promote mental well-being, and foster a supportive work environment conducive to personal and professional growth.

Highlighting the significance of employee well-being, Coach Didi emphasized, that investing in the overall wellness of  workforce is crucial for societal prosperity, adding: “By creating safe and nurturing workplaces, we unlock the potential for healthy growth, productivity, and collective success.”

Some of the seasoned speakers at the summit include, CEO  Nigcomsat, Jane Egerton-Idehen, Dr. Abayomi Olugbenga- Wyse, a Management Consultant, Dr. Amina Dorayi, Country Director Pathfinder Int’l, Hansatu Adegbite, National Consultant -UN Women and Rilwan Abarshi, a Management Consultant. 

Coach Diddi stated further that through expert-led sessions and interactive discussions, attendees gained valuable insights and practical solutions to cultivate resilience, improve mental health, and enhance workplace dynamics.

She said: “Breathe Summit serves as a vital reminder that employee well-being is a cornerstone of any organizational success. By prioritizing our people, we pave the way for a thriving, productive and prosperous future.”

The summit had in attendance distinguished guests such as  Ketty Regis, representative of French Embassy; Mrs. Hauwa Jankaro, Deputy Director PCC, Mrs. Firdausi Aliyu, MD Urban Shelter, Secretary, Mrs. Omolola , Secretary, FCT Judicial Service Commission, among others.