Fifty women cooperative groups in Kogi West have been the recipients of a generous donation amounting to N100 million, courtesy of Senator Karimi Sunday, representing Senatorial Districts of Kogi West in the 10th Senate.
Renowned for his unwavering commitment to innovative governance and sustainable development endeavors, Senator Karimi has once again demonstrated his philanthropic spirit through this initiative.
As the Chairman of the Senate Services Committee, Senator Karimi emphasized that the primary objective of this benevolent gesture is to foster economic prosperity, self-sufficiency, and catalyze entrepreneurial pursuits among the women in the region.
He further encouraged the beneficiaries to utilize the funds judiciously for the enhancement of their businesses and overall quality of life, he underscored the importance of responsible financial management.
Mrs. Stella-Maris Karimi, the wife of the Senator, echoed these sentiments by urging the women to maximize the allocated funds and refrain from frivolous expenditures.
She reassured the recipients of her husband’s unwavering dedication to providing financial support and training to numerous cooperative groups, thereby elevating the livelihoods of all constituents.
During the presentation, Hon. Mrs. Bolanle Amupitan, the Program Coordinator, revealed that 43 out of the 50 selected cooperatives have already received their funding, with the remaining seven set to receive theirs upon submission of their account details. Each of the 50 cooperative societies has been granted N2 million, a substantial sum aimed at advancing their economic prospects.
Mrs. Amupitan emphasized the underlying purpose of the program, emphasizing that it is a tangible manifestation of Senator Karimi’s electoral promises to empower his constituents, particularly women and youth, through effective governance and cooperative initiatives.
The beneficiaries expressed profound gratitude towards Senator Karimi, hailing this empowerment initiative as unprecedented in the Kogi West Senatorial District since the advent of democracy in 1999.
The women extolled Senator Karimi for his unwavering dedication to their well-being and the compassion he has shown towards them, while also commending Mrs. Karimi for her steadfast support of her husband and the empowerment project. Their heartfelt prayers for Mrs.
Karimi’s continued protection and prosperity underscored their belief in the enduring impact of this initiative, which is poised to promote gender equality, economic empowerment, and sustainable progress across the constituency.
It is worth noting that a comprehensive training program was recently conducted for women across the three federal constituencies within the Senatorial District, further underscoring the holistic approach adopted by Senator Karimi in fostering empowerment and development.
