Hardship: NGO Canvasses Support For Less Privileged
As Nigerians continue to grapple with the economic hardship occasioned by the removal of fuel subsidy and other economic policies, well-to-do individuals in the society have been charged to support the needy in the society.
The founder of a nongovernmental organisation, Pastor Oluwaseun Alabi, while exchanging views with newsmen, said it is important to care for the less privileged, elderly, and persons living with disabilities (PWDs), as they are the most vulnerable during this period.
He also called on governments at all levels to channel more efforts into the implementation of policies that will make life more bearable for the common man.
Alabi stated this in the wake of the distribution of food items to over 17,000 beneficiaries across Iwo, Ede, Irewole, and Isokan local government areas of Osun State in commemoration of the Yuletide.
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The founder, Oluwaseun People Foundation, also condoled the families of victims of stampedes that occurred recently during palliative distribution events in Ibadan, Abuja, and Anambra.
Speaking through the Deputy Coordinator of the Foundation, Comrade Salensile Muideen, Alabi said, “We started in Iwo and Ayedire two days ago. Yesterday, we were in Ede to distribute palliatives, and today, we are in Irewole Federal Constituency. We are currently in Ikoyi, and this is our second stop here.
“We will still visit Ikire and Apomu to distribute more palliatives. This is not the first time, and it will not be the last. To God be the glory, our principal, Pastor Oluwaseun Basil Alabi, has been doing exceptionally well. Kudos to him.
“It’s a major step forward for us. Our people are very happy to receive us because it is challenging to give during these tough economic times in Nigeria. If someone can give this much without holding any political position, it speaks volumes about his generosity,” Comrade Salensile stated.
Speaking on the impact of the palliatives, the Secretary of the Foundation, Gboyega Bakare, emphasized the significance of supporting the less privileged during Nigeria’s challenging economic period.
Some beneficiaries expressed their gratitude for the food support and prayed for Pastor Oluwaseun Basil Alabi, asking God to bless and sustain him as he continues to extend a helping hand to those in need.
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