Better Days for the Elderly as Nana Kashim unveils Renewed Hope initiative

Better Days for the Elderly as Nana Kashim unveils Renewed Hope initiative

….. Unveils Economy Empowerment and Health Support Scheme for elderly in Borno

By: Our Reporter

The Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIES) borne out of commitment to welfare of the elderly citizens is aimed at providing economic empowerment and healthcare services to the elderly across all the states of the federation including the FCT. The targeted beneficiaries are the elderly from the age of 65 and above, as well as the physically challenged.

Unveiling the Scheme at the Cyprian Ekwensi center for arts and culture Garki abuja on the 21st of December the National Chairman and First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Senator Oluremi Tinubu represented by the National Vice chairman and wife of the vice president Hajiya Nana Shettima stated that the initiative has earmarked Nine hundred and Fifty Million Naira to be shared to the beneficiaries. Each state, according to Hajiya Nana shettima, is allocated twenty-five million Naira for onward distribution. She urged the senior citizens to embrace life to the fullest, prioritizing their health and bond with loved ones.

Hajiya Nana Shettima emphasized that in the spirit of this season which is a time of joy and comfort ,the administration of President Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu seeks for your continued support and prayers as the nation look forward to better days ahead.

During the symbolic presentation, the wife of the vice president announced that Beneficiaries are to take home 100,000 Naira to assist them during the festive period .

In an opening remarks the Minister for State FCT Dr Mariya Mahmoud Bunure said the Mission of the Renewed Hope Initiative is not just about distributing material items,it is also about fostering a sense of community, compassion and respect for our elders, youths, girl child and widows.

The minister said the distribution by the First Lady is a gesture that reflects her commitment to ensuring the comfort and well-being of those who have paved the way for us.

Dr Mariya added that as we hand out these items, let us also take a moment to engage with our elders, listen to their stories, and learn from their rich tapestry of life experiences.

High point of the event was interactive session with the elderly and an interview by a physically challenged Reporter from a national broadcast station by wife of the vice president Hajiya Nana Shettima aside the symbolic presentation of cash and gift items.

The Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS) for the FCTA is coordinated by the mandate secretary women affairs secretariat Mrs Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi.

Better Days for the Elderly as Nana Kashim unveils Renewed Hope initiative