- FCT Minister Nyesom Wike donated 10,000 bags of rice to religious groups, community leaders, and special needs institutions in Abuja to support Muslims during Ramadan
- Represented by his Chief of Staff, Chidi Amadi, Wike emphasized charity, urging religious leaders to ensure fair distribution of the food items to vulnerable groups
- Beneficiaries, including Alhaji Abdulrazzaq Ademola and Imam Lawal Mustapha, expressed gratitude, praising the ministers generosity and commitment to community support
Ramadan: Wike Shows Love To People With Disabilities, Other Communities Donates 10,000 Bags of RiceSource: FacebookWikes commitment to supporting religious communitiesRamadan is a sacred period marked by fasting, prayer, and acts of kindness. Recognizing this, the Honourable Minister decided to support our Muslim brothers and sisters by providing 10,000 bags of rice for distribution through religious organizations and associations,” Amadi stated.I appeal to all religious leaders and associations to distribute these food items properly. This is a time to support the underprivileged and those struggling to afford basic necessities. These 10,000 bags of rice will go a long way in providing relief for many households during this holy season, he added.Beneficiaries express gratitudeWe sincerely appreciate this kind gesture. The Honourable Minister has shown true leadership and compassion. His support for institutions that cater to special needs students is commendable. This donation is timely and will provide much-needed relief to many struggling with the high cost of food, Ademola said.Ramadan: Wike Shows Love To People With Disabilities, Other Communities Donates 10,000 Bags of RiceSource: TwitterThis act of kindness is an example of true leadership. In our faith, charity and goodwill are rewarded, and we pray for the Honourable Ministers continued success and protection. Leaders should always strive to uplift their communities, and this initiative is a model of that responsibility, Mustapha remarked.Wike offers to pay medical bills of Abuja truck explosion victims
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