By Precious Ireoluwa
As the schools across Ekiti State resume tomorrow being 18th September, in a heartwarming display of compassion and love, the Founder of Initiative for Girl Child Liberation Mrs Tolulope Akinyemi, has been able to put smile on the faces of a good number of less privileged ahead of the School resumption by giving out school bags and other school materials to girl child.
The gesture aimed at addressing the challenges faced by those who are most vulnerable and in need within the society took place at Heritage Glorious Intercessory Prayer Ministry Odò Iro, Ìyìn Ekiti and Ajilosun in Ado Ekiti where over 100 girls and boy child benefitted.
Mrs Akinyemi said recognizing the growing number of families struggling to put food on their tables, informed the donations and distribution of the essential school materials to those in need.
According to her, ” this would not only provide sustenance but also serve as a symbol of hope, reminding everyone that they are not alone in their struggles”.
She said recognizing education as a powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty, the materials given to the pupils was to assure them that they can live to fulfill their dreams.
“As these initiatives continue to inspire and drive change, it is our hope that the spirit of compassion and empathy spreads far and wide. Let us remember that even the smallest act of kindness can have a profound impact on someone’s life. By supporting and uplifting the less privileged among us, we are building a stronger, more compassionate community for all”
The Initiator who said the Non-Governmental Organization was able to carry out the programme in spite of the economic challenges in the country, called on mothers to assist their husbands and also allow their children to acquire skills while studying.
The shepherd of Heritage Glorious Intercessory Prayer Ministry Odò Iro, Ìyìn Ekiti, Pastor Sunday Oluwadare said that Mrs Akinyemi took the right step by given back to the needy.
“What the woman has done is commendable and I charge other women folds who have the capability and ability to help one indigent or the other to emulate this kind of decision”
An advocate against Gender Based Violence, Mrs Foluke Jacob educated parents at the event on the need for them to stop female genital mutilation.
She noted that female genital mutilation could cause different health challenges on the girl and also affect her marriage in future.
“Girl Child should not be Multilated it is not good and it can cause death”
The foundation Moderator Mrs Kikelomo Earnerst urged parents to stop undermining their girl child
Mrs Funmilayo Fadare Who spoke on behalf of the beneficiaries said that the gesture by IGCL met her quest of providing school materials for her daughter.
