First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Assures Nigerians of Improved Welfare for Vulnerable Groups as RHI Distributes Food in Ekiti State

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Assures Nigerians of Improved Welfare for Vulnerable Groups as RHI Distributes Food in Ekiti State

Ado-Ekiti — First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has reaffirmed the administration's commitment to supporting vulnerable citizens through the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), which aims to alleviate hardship among underserved populations across the country. She highlighted that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is focused on implementing long-term solutions rather than temporary reliefs to uplift the living standards of ordinary Nigerians.

Represented by Hajia Nana Shettima, the wife of the Vice President, Senator Tinubu spoke during the distribution of food items to vulnerable groups at the Government House in Ado Ekiti. The RHI Food Outreach Program, a social investment initiative, is organized as a monthly support measure and works to complement governmental efforts in tackling food insecurity and economic challenges faced by disadvantaged groups.

Addressing the beneficiaries, Senator Tinubu emphasized the need for recipients to utilize the food items to improve their households rather than diverting them for commercial purposes. This appeal underscores the administration’s priority on ensuring that assistance reaches those most in need.

Expressing gratitude on behalf of the state, Dr. Olayemi Oyebanji, the wife of Ekiti State Governor, thanked the First Lady for her continuous support, particularly in agriculture, women's empowerment, and educational scholarships. Dr. Oyebanji encouraged beneficiaries to embrace agriculture at the household level as a sustainable way to supplement food supply for their families and communities.

Since its launch in December 2023 in Abuja, the RHI Food Outreach Program has expanded its reach to various states, providing essential items to people with disabilities, women, and young people. Supported by contributions from private sector partners, the initiative continues to positively impact lives through targeted assistance and social investment.

Signed,

Busola Kukoyi,  

Senior Special Assistant on Media to the First Lady of Nigeria  

Thursday, 31st October 2024