Ghana’s communications minister, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful has been awarded by International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA). The award was in recognition of her tremendous work in the protection of the rights of Women and Children.  The 2019 FIDA Africa Regional Congress held in Abuja, Nigeria was under the theme: "The growth of women and children in Africa: beyond rhetoric." The Federation is a non-governmental organization of women lawyers which was formed in 1964.   Presenting the award of excellence to Mrs Owusu-Ekuful, FIDA noted her work in empowering women in Ghana.  ‘We are aware of the tremendous work that you have done for almost 30 years, first as a lawyer, women's rights advocate, Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West and Minister for Communications in advancing the cause of women. We show our gratitude for your work in fighting for Women and Children in Ghana,” FIDA said. The Federation added that the “Award is in appreciation of your work in fighting for the rights of marginalised women and children in Ghana.” Receiving the award, Mrs Owusu-Ekuful expressed her appreciation to FIDA for recognising her little input in empowering women and pledged to do even more.  'It's a great privilege for my modest efforts in empowering women and children to be recognised and rewarded by Fida Africa. I'm deeply humbled and elated. “This award will encourage me to do even more, both locally and internationally for voiceless, vulnerable and excluded men and women. I really appreciate it. Eight other women were  honoured including former First Lady of Nigeria, Miriam Babangida whose award was received on her behalf by her daughter, Aisha Babangida and wife of former Vice President, Amina Abubakar. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful has been a member of FIDA since 1990 and was a former president of FIDA Ghana and Africa Regional Vice President of FIDA International.