Mama Attrato II, Queen of Ho-Dome, on Friday advised mothers and women in general to be good role models.
She told the GNA in an interview that some women, including some mothers, were hiding behind the veil of poverty to lead questionable
life-styles that did not speak well of womanhood.
"Poverty is no excuse for undignified life," she said in a message to mark Mothers' Day that falls on Sunday."
"As mothers and women, we have to live responsible lifestyles to give hope to our families especially the children and the girl-child," Mama Attrato said.
Mama Attrato appealed to churches and other religious organisations to empower women to be on their own so that they could serve society better.