ABIA GOVERNOR’S WIFE EXTENDS HANDS OF FELLOWSHIP TO ALBINOS, OTHERS IN THE STATE

ABIA GOVERNOR’S WIFE EXTENDS HANDS OF FELLOWSHIP TO ALBINOS, OTHERS IN THE STATE

David Maduako –Umuahia

The wife of the Abia State governor Mrs Priscilla Chidinma Otti have in her bid to ensure social protection to the vulnerable and run an all inclusive governance in the state extended her magnanimity to the Albinism Association of Nigeria Abia state Chapter.

A member of the Albinism Association of Nigeria Abia state Chapter

Recently ,the first Lady in her country home ,Nvosi in Isiala South LGA , gave out welfare packages to the Albinism association including persons living with HIV AIDS and those with Sickle cell Anaemia. The three groups were given welfare packages ranging from food items and cash donations meant to better the Welfare of members of these groups.

Speaking at the occassion , the governor’s wife Mrs Otti said the
intervention was driven by compassion and a firm belief that governance must be humane, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of the most vulnerable. She emphasized that while persons living with albinism face unique challenges, including skin-related health risks, other vulnerable groups such as people living with HIV/AIDS and sickle cell Anaemia also deserve attention, care, and dignity.

She noted that beyond food and financial assistance, her office has consistently provided persons living with albinism with essential protective materials to safeguard their skin and improve their quality of life, stressing that such support would continue. Mrs. Otti reassured people living with HIV/AIDS and sickle cell Anaemia that they are not alone, encouraging them to remain hopeful, disciplined with their treatment, and confident that the Abia State Government stands firmly with them

According to her, the administration of Governor Alex C. Otti, , is intentional about combining infrastructural development with strong social protection policies, ensuring that progress in Abia State does not exclude the vulnerable.

[Members going home with their welfare packages.

In her remarks, the Director-General of the Abia State Agency for the Control of AIDS (ABSACA), Dr. Uloaku Emma, expressed her appreciation to the governor’s wife for her support and that of the Governor Dr. Alex Otti to the agency, describing his leadership as people-oriented and health-driven. She called for continued public support for the Otti-led administration, noting that Abia State is experiencing renewed direction and measurable progress.

The Commissioner for Poverty Alleviation and Social Protection, Mrs. Ngozi Felix, and the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Dr. Maureen Aghukwa, jointly commended the courage, resilience, and strength of persons living with albinism, HIV/AIDS, and sickle cell Anaemia.

They advised beneficiaries to continue prioritizing their health, adhere strictly to medical advice, and take advantage of available government support systems, assuring them that the state remains committed to their wellbeing.

Also speaking, the Coordinator of the Network of People Living with HIV/AIDS in Abia State, Mrs. Rebecca Eze, the Chairman of the Albinism Association of Nigeria, Abia State Chapter, Mr. Enyinnaya Nwosu, and Miss Victoria, from the sickle cell warriors, all expressed heartfelt gratitude to Mrs. Otti for the intervention. They described the support as timely, impactful, and a clear demonstration of government empathy toward vulnerable populations.

The intervention reinforces the Abia State Government’s resolve to promote inclusive governance, strengthen social protection, and ensure that no vulnerable group is left behind.
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