Professor Bene Edwin Madunagu (March 21st, 1947 – November 26th, 2024)

Girls’ Power Initiative (GPI) Nigeria Family announces with heavy hearts but with gratitude to God for a life full of impact, the transition of Bene Edwin Madunagu, the co-founder of GPI. Bene was a renowned Professor of Botany, but her global impact was no less felt as an avowed feminist and social justice activist. GPI was birthed because Bene dared to dream and act, and we are what we are today because of her selfless and dedicated leadership in the first 20 years of our existence. She walked the talk as a feminist and remains a shining example of what feminism is and the difference feminists make in society. She undoubtedly left the stage better than she met it with thousands of young women effectively equipped to continue the task of overturning patriarchy and entrenching gender equality for the attainment of development and peace. She will be greatly missed. We commiserate with Dr. Edwin Madunagu, her husband, her children, and the entire family, and pray for the peaceful repose of her soul. Prof Ayodele Atsenuwa Chairperson, GPI Board of Trustees