Mrs. Remi Tinubu, the president’s wife, will provide N950 million in support to no fewer than 250 police officers, military retirees, and other elderly individuals nationwide.
Each of the recipients, she claims, would get N100,000.
This was revealed by Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja during the inaugural Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme.
She mentioned that the program is designed to lessen the impact of the current economic climate on older persons.
Tinubu said, “This economic empowerment programme is borne out of a steadfast commitment to the well-being of our elderly citizens and it marks a significant stride in our collective pursuit of a more inclusive and compassionate society.
“This scheme is to support 250 vulnerable elderly citizens aged 65 and above in all 36 states of the federation, the Federal Capital Territory and veterans from the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association.
“These selected beneficiaries will receive N100,000 each. This is to cushion the effect of the economic situation and to alleviate the burdens of our esteemed elders during this festive period.
“The total sum to be disbursed is N950m as approved by the Governing Board of the Renewed Hope Initiative.”
She noted the 36 states of the federation would be given N25m each to give to beneficiaries.
Tinubu addes, “Each state of the federation will receive the sum of N25m. We are committed to ensuring that each state receives this gesture, without discrimination.
“By reaching out to the elderly this festive period, we not only honour their contributions but also acknowledge the unique encounters they face.”
She urged the senior citizens to support and pray for the president.
Tinubu said, “This period should be a time of joy and comfort for all, even as we hope for a greater Nigeria, in security, education, health, employment, and business opportunities for all. We seek your continued support and prayers for the administration of President Bola Tinubu, as we look forward to better days ahead.”
The Chief of Defence Staff, Gen. Christopher Musa, said the efforts of the First Lady towards the retirees would motivate those still in service.
Maj. Gen. Danladi Saliu, speaking on behalf of the Director, Veteran Affairs, Defence Headquarters, stated that the First Lady’s deeds will go down in history as acts of kindness.
“Her Excellency, I sincerely appreciate this gesture towards our retirees,” Musa said. You have once again shown how important it is to you to ensure the wellbeing of our armed troops, both active and reserve, as well as their families. You will always be remembered for your excellent deed.
And prosperity will rightly assess you for consistently giving the military personnel and their families newfound hope. The morale and effectiveness of the active military personnel will be impacted more than once by this.
