The First Lady of Kwara State, Ambassador Professor (Mrs) Olufolake AbdulRazaq has launched the second phase of the elderly support scheme under the Renewed Hope Initiative.
The scheme is part of a program designed
by Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, to provide financial assistance to vulnerable elderly citizens in Nigeria.
The second edition of the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme aims to support 250 vulnerable elderly Kwarans aged 65 and above with Two hundred thousand naira each.
The initiative, which was kickstarted on December 21, 2023, started with hundred thousand naira each to 250 elderly citizens in each state to cater for the vulnerable in the society.
Professor Olufolake AbduRazaq expressed profound gratitude to the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu for the increase and continuity of the
initiative.
She explained that the event themed, “Total Wellness: Happy, Healthy and prosperous lifestyle” is borne out of a steadfast commitment to the wellbeing of Kwara’s citizens and a collective pursuit to create a compassionate society and cushion the effects
of the economic situation in Nigeria.
Besides, it is also designed to alleviate the burdens of the elders during the festive period and end of the year.
She also explained that her engagements within and outside the state are borne out of her sincere commitment to ensuring that Kwara indigenes and residents feel genuine impacts of
good governance.
She noted that an initiative for women petty traders was presented in August, an initiative that empowers women and promotes economic development in Kwara
State.
The First Lady commended the Governor of Kwara State, Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for his efforts to overcome the challenges faced by women, youth and the aged through well thought out social investment schemes such as the Kwarapreneur, Kwara farm, Owo arugbo, Digital Kwara and other programmes of the Kwara State Social Investment Programme (KWASSIP).
She urged all senior citizens to embrace life to the fullest, prioritize their health, nurture their minds and strengthen their bond with the Almighty so as to live a fulfilling life.
