NGO distributes gifts to PWDs in Abuja community

An outreach effort in Abuja has brought succor to over 1,000 persons with disabilities (PWDs), ahead of the festive season. The event, held in the Karmajigi community of PWDs, was spearheaded by Lifesquare Leadership Initiative in partnership with the Adeyemi Ilori Biodun Adekoya(AIB) foundation; Flourmills of Nigeria and UNIPGC. The initiative, a yearly tradition, seeks […]

An outreach effort in Abuja has brought succor to over 1,000 persons with disabilities (PWDs), ahead of the festive season.

The event, held in the Karmajigi community of PWDs, was spearheaded by Lifesquare Leadership Initiative in partnership with the Adeyemi Ilori Biodun Adekoya(AIB) foundation; Flourmills of Nigeria and UNIPGC.

The initiative, a yearly tradition, seeks to deliver both material support and emotional uplift to communities in need.

Briefing newsmen on the sidelines of the event, Managing Director of Lifesquare Leadership Initiative, Dr. Susan Ake Daniel, said: “We are here to deliver vital support to the Karmajigi community. We came to put happy smiles on their faces because we know Christmas is coming, and we are here to give back to society.”

Dr. Susan emphasized that the gesture is part of a broader, ongoing commitment, saying:

“This is a yearly ritual that we do, giving back to society not just in this camp alone but across other communities as well. From January to December, we dedicate ourselves to supporting people and making a difference.”

During the outreach, Dr. Susan revealed that the initiative aimed to reach nearly 2,000 people, providing them with gifts to brighten their holiday season.

“We are distributing these gifts as part of our little effort to empower and uplift them,” she said.

While acknowledging the contributions of the federal government, Dr. Susan noted that more support was needed.

“Yes, the government has done their part, but it’s at intervals and may not always be significant. However, they try. It’s important for good citizens and organizations to step in and contribute,” she stated.

She also urged the government to increase its focus on the PWD community, adding, “They need assistance, and I know that with collective efforts—whether from the government, private organizations, or even foreign bodies—we can make a significant impact.”

Responding, the chief of the community, Mohammed Suleiman Katsina, expressed gratitude while praying for more goodwill for the benefactors.

He likewise used the opportunity to seek help from Tinubu’s government to better the lives of those living in the community.