First Lady Oluremi Tinubu has called for more care and medical support for the elderly in the society so they live long, fruitful and healthy years.
Oluremi who was represented by the Wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, made the call at the 2nd edition of the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme (RHIESS), holding across the federation.
Distributing the funds in Awka on Wednesday, she said the annual programme was designed to enhance the welfare of the aged persons 8n the country.
“Anambra received a total of N50 million out of which N200,000 will be distributed today to each elderly person (250 of them), in addition to free medical checks and other sundry items for their festivities this season.
“The welfare and healthcare of the elderly in the society is important and I urge everyone to also see it as an obligation.
“To our senior citizen, I urge you to remember to prioritise your health, eat well, stay hydrated, take walks, rest adequately and spend quality time with loved ones, “Tinubu said.
Mrs Soludo said her Healthy Living Initiative would also support the First Lady by distributing piece of wrappers and packs of vegetable oil to the elderly.
She urged the elderly to eat right, stay active, avoid chemicals and eat natural foods to protect their health and live longer.
“At that age, they are vulnerable and need all the care and support to improve not just their quality of life, but also ensuring peace of mind for both the elderly and their loved ones,” she said.
Also speaking, Dr Uju Okoye, a reproductive health expert, urged the elderly to report any form of abuse or violence against them to the Ministry of Women Affairs for prompt response.
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One of the beneficiaries, Pa Ignatius Akachucku, 72, appreciated the first lady for the gesture, saying he has never receive such benefit from the government.
“All my life, this is the first time I can say I really felt government’s presence. This N200,000 will make our Christmas and New Year celebration a very memorable one.
“I also received free drugs for blood pressure, eye glasse and supplements after I had my health checked. May God bless our governments at the federal and state level,” Akachucku said.
