The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has urged the elderly to prioritize their health and spend quality time with their loved ones.
She made this statement at the 2nd edition of the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS).
The programme, held across all States of the Federation, including the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and for military veterans, benefits 250 individuals per state, FCT, and military veterans, each receiving N200,000.
“The Governing Board of the Renewed Hope Initiative has decided to increase the grant from N100,000 to N200,000 this year to provide further support to our elderly citizens during this festive season.
A total of One Billion, Nine Hundred Million Naira (N1,900,000,000) will be disbursed across the nation. The RHI Coordinators in the 36 States of the Federation, the FCT, and DEPOWA have received Fifty Million Naira (N50,000,000) each, out of which N200,000 will be distributed today to each beneficiary. In addition to this, free medical check-ups and other sundry items will be provided,” she stated.
According to the First Lady, the programme is aimed at reassuring the elderly that they are loved and not forgotten, especially during the festive season. She reiterated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to the well-being of all Nigerians.
“I am delighted to join you all today at the 2nd edition of the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS) with the theme: ‘TOTAL WELLNESS – Happy, Healthy and Prosperous Lifestyle.’ This event is holding simultaneously in all the States of the Federation. This programme is designed to support the welfare of our elderly citizens annually. Two hundred and fifty (250) 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 (DEPOWA) will be benefiting from this scheme,” she said.
Earlier, the Minister of State for Defence, Dr. Bello Matawalle, urged Nigerians to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, noting that the President inherited numerous challenges when he assumed office. He assured Nigerians that the country is already improving, and “light is evident at the end of the tunnel.”
Dr. Matawalle further announced that, in addition to the 250 elderly citizens being supported by RHI, the Ministry of Defence will support an additional 250 veterans with N200,000 each.
He commended the First Lady for always prioritizing the welfare of veterans and their widows, emphasizing that the Renewed Hope Initiative continues to impact the lives of ordinary Nigerians in remarkable ways.
This year’s Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Programme, themed ‘Total Wellness,’ also featured free medical check-ups for beneficiaries and the provision of various food items.
