The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu has kick-started the Renewed Hope Initiative programme to ensure that citizens are supported to engage in productive activities that will enhance socio-economic growth of the country.
At the official flag-off of the elderly support scheme, an aspect of the Renewed Hope Initiative at Government House in Port Harcourt, Wednesday, Senator Tinubu said the economic scheme wass borne out of a strong commitment to better the wellbeing of elderly citizens.
Represented by the wife of the Rivers state governor, Lady Valerie Siminalayi Fubara, Senator Tinubu declared that the flag-off ceremony marked a significant stride in the collective pursuit of establishing a more inclusive and compassionate society.
Senator Tinubu presented gift items, including N100, 000 to each of the 250 benefiting elders selected from the three senatorial districts of the state.
She explained that reaching out to the elderly meant that their concerns were prioritised in acknowledgement of their immense contributions to society, and to support them as they face unique economic and health challenges
“This scheme is to support 250 vulnerable elderly citizens, aged 65 and above. These selected beneficiaries will receive a sum of N100,000 each. This is to cushion the effect of the economic situation and to alleviate the burden felt by our esteemed elders.
“To our senior citizens, I urge you to embrace life to the fullest, prioritise your health, nurture your minds and strengthen your bonds with loved ones and with God. This programme serves as a renewed hope and prosperity for our revered elders and the nation,” she said.
On her part, Valerie Fubara said, “as a state we believe that Nigerians need to stay healthy and fit at all times. The Renewed Hope Initiative is also dear to the heart of Rivers state governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara and his administration and he is committed to ensuring its success in all ramifications.”
She assured of more financial and training support to the farmers so as to increase their productivity and ensure food sufficiency in the state in line with the goal of the initiative.
