Jane Ole is a woman of many ‘faces’. And for those who know her worth, Elizabeth Waldorf is a designing label capable of leaving you breathless. Aside that, her label has made it a point of duty to put smiles on faces of cancer patients through yearly gifts. For this young and talented lady who dumped her juicy bank job for a call to humanity, she is worth celebrating.

For most people, it is not only strange to hear, but pathetic to know that children, even as young as a month-old, could be afflicted with cancer – the world’s most dreaded disease. Unfortunately, this is a sad reality of what some children have to contend with at a very young age. Children Living with Cancer Foundation (CLWCF), is one of the few non-governmental organisations in Nigeria pioneering the fight against childhood cancer. Dr. Nneka Nwobi , the President of the Foundation talks about her long walk with children living with cancer, her experience in the battle against cancer, her frustrations and pains when a child dies of cancer, the future plans of the Foundation and other sundry issues with Esther Onyegbula.

Prof. Eno-Abasi Urua is a Professor of Linguistics and Director, International Programmes at the University of Uyo. The widely travelled author was among the three academia who were recently inducted into the Nigerian Academy of Letters (NAL). In this interview, she shares her views on the standard of education as well as other sundry issues.

Diene Keita is the representative of United Nations Population Fund, UNPFA, in Benin Republic for the past seven years. UNFPA is the world’s largest multilateral source of population assistance, which has provided more than $6 billion in assistance since it became operational in 1969. Keita, who speaks six languages, is also a freelance translator in the United Kingdom. In this interview with Esther Onyegbula, she talks about the reproductive health and the challenges of the average African woman and other issues.

When little Beulah lost her limb as a child after suffering a missing kneecap at birth, her mother, Crystal Chigbu, the CEO of “Irede Foundation” after that harrowing experience vowed to provide solution to children in similar situation. In this interview, she expresses her determination to serve humanity by providing functional artificial limbs to amputated children. Excerpts:

Beautiful and industrious Princess Uzamat Folasayo Akinbile has an exemplary story that inspires young women. Her youthful looks no doubt will make many think she is probably a 20-year old who was born with a silver spoon. But at 40, her story tells how she rode her way to success through determination at a time when many of her mates depended on handouts from “generous” men .

Bee Azubike started out as an entertainment writer but presently works as a PR consultant and freelance writer. As a child, she spent a lot of time drawing and even though that talent is gone, she’s still an avid lover of the arts and is currently on the team of the monthly performing arts event, TARUWA. Bee is crazy about her creator; the Almighty God. She is presently lost in Nora Ephron’s world, through the book ‘I Feel Bad About My Neck’.

Even during a brief encounter, you can’t ignore the passion in her voice, especially when she’s defending the rights of the African child and women. Short version, Funmi Fiberesima is not just a media personality but also an actress, producer and human rights advocate. From Lagos back to Okrika, her home-town, she’s all set to assist humanity. Excerpt:

Adenike Adekunle is the founder of SWIM, a forum that has been put together to reach out and empower women collectively to achieve positive and enduring results in their homes and the society.

Busola Thompson is a UK-based educationist with over 10 years’ experience. She is the brain behind Anchor Tutors, a tutelage service that specialises in taking borderline secondary school students to the next level in their academics. In this interview, the Osun State-born teacher explains why she has decided to bring Anchor Tutors to Lagos and more. Excerpts:

In line with her passion for service, Mrs Ufuoma Emerhor Ashogbon, CEO, Fair Life Africa Foundation, helps rehabilitate children who take to the streets due to ill-treatment, poverty and sexual abuse. In this interview with Woman in her Prime, she highlights how parents can guard against the conditions that force children to make such drastic moves.

ALICE ENENCHE started as an international dancer from age nine. She acquired a name to reckon with in Benue state Arts and Culture and in the dance world. Hers was a journey that started when she was only a girl and when her mates were still spoon fed.

Former First Lady of Cross River State, Mrs. Onari Duke is an ideal role model for all age groups. She found her passion and is using it to touch lives. With many Nigerians losing their battle to cancer and HIV, Mrs Duke believes positive changes can be made through the activities of The Child Survival and Development Organization of Nigeria, CS-DON.

Dr Samuel Valerie believes that when a woman is well empowered, she can do exploits. She has worked internationally for over two decades and has remarkably impacted Nigerian education sector since 1994.

Yemi Adamolekun, Executive Director, Enough is Enough Nigeria (EIE), a coalition of individuals and youth-led organisations committed to instituting a culture of good governance and public accountability in Nigeria through advocacy, activism and mobilization of the youth population as responsible citizens.