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Covid 19: Nigeria should be made, not marred- AUDA-NEPAD/APRM Boss

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5 years ago

March 27, 2020

Admin.

The world is gradually on lockdown to raging fire of a virus that is a
global pandemic,as Nigerians, let us once again prove our uniqueness as a people by
coming up with safe and productive solutions that can sustain us
beyond its reign and further elevate our status as a nation of global
relevance after it is confined into our past.

In a press statement signed by the Media Assistant to NC/CEO AUDA-NEPAD/APRM Nigeria Abolade Ogundimu on Friday in Abuja.

National Coordinator/Chief Executive Officer, African Union Development Agency- New Partnership for Africa’s Development/African Peer Review Mechanism( AUDA-NEPAD/APRM) Princess Gloria Akobundu, urged the general public in her solidarity message on the ongoing global phenomenon of Corona Virus Disease 2019, dubbed COVID-19.

According to Akobundu, the appeal become necessary so that Nigerians will continue to work alongside with governments in order
to ensure that, gradual lockdowns in the bid to stop the spread of
COVID-19 do not slide the nation into famine or redundancy.

“Without compromising any advice on social distancing and other safety
measures, let us come up with good and affordable alternatives to our
imported daily consumptions and supplements.

“The Federal Government, led by President Muhammadu Buhari
forthrightly, has been campaigning and supporting local productions
“that we should eat what we produce”, hence, its aggressive commitment
to food sufficiency through loans and other relief packages to farmers and players in other sectors of the economy,” she said.

Akobundu noted that FG’s policies on economic self-reliance before
COVID 19 outbreak were in tandem with AUDA programmes like
Comprehensive Agriculture Development Programme,CAADP; African
Medicines Regulatory Harmonization, AMRH; Agriculture and Food
Insecurity Risk Management (AFIRM), Fish Governance and Trade, Food
and Nutrition Security, Climate Smart Agriculture, Grow Africa among
others.

She also observed that in the bid to contain the spread within their
nations, COVID 19 has led to significant downward shift towards
Bilateral and multilateral relations, transportation of humans and
materials, leading to scarcity of drugs, disinfectants and protective
tools.

The National Coordinator therefore called on pharmacists and
technicians to strictly adhere to safety in their bid to stand in the
gap for the manufacturing of indigenous solutions to shortage of
disinfectants and protective tools.

“No better time for our local industries to thrive than now when all
borders(land, water and air) are shutdown to keep Corona Virus-19
(COVID-19) at bay, due to confirmation that almost all identified
cases have travel history traced to foreign countries.

“Despite our fledging status technology-wise, our agricultural produce are
highly good for consumption even as they are being processed with over
90 percent Indigenous Knowledge (IK).
“Let our pharmacists role up their sleeves and come up with safe
ideas that can end the virus and similar health challenges while
others invent technologies that are capable of increasing agricultural
yields and other products, without negative implication to health and
social wellbeing,” she added.

On daily increase of COVID 19 patients in the Country, Akobundu
called for vigilance and adherence to safety precautionary measures by
all and sundry, while wishing the patients God’s speed and positive
response to available treatments, saying the nation had been handling
the virus adequately.

The CEO concluded by reiterating the need for public maximum
cooperation with field officers and other stakeholders when the agency
begins Second Cycle Review of the Nation, saying their patriotic
advice were required by the Federal government to further develop the
nation.

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Smile Attracts Smiles Foundation Reached Out To Widows In Abuja

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1 day ago

December 24, 2024

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Widows and disadvantaged women residents in the Kubwa Community of the FCT in Abuja had reasons to smile despite the hardship in the Country, as Smile Attracts Smiles Foundation distributed food items and wrappers to them.

The event, which took place on the in Kubwa as part of foundation’s usual habit to celebrate Christmas with needy especially widows, caught the attention of the residents of the community.

Owner of the foundation Bukola Adewumi who was represented at the occasion of distribution of the items expressed that, At Smile Attracts Smiles Foundation, we know that the journey of widowhood is not easy.

According to her, the challenges can feel overwhelming, and sometimes, the burden may seem unbearable. But let me assure you, you are not alone. We are here to walk this journey with you, hand in hand, heart to heart.

“This foundation was born out of a personal story and a deep-seated passion to make a difference.

“I firmly believe that God has entrusted me with this mission to stand in the gap for widows, just as He promises in His Word not to abandon those in need.

“Smile Attracts Smiles Foundation is more than an organization; it is a family, a community where widows find support, encouragement, and empowerment to rebuild their lives and rise stronger than ever.

“Here, we provide practical help, emotional support, and spiritual encouragement. Whether it’s financial assistance, skill-building programs, or just a listening ear and a shoulder to lean on, our goal is to ensure that no widow feels forgotten or forsaken.

“We aim to restore smiles, rekindle hope, and remind you that your life is far from over.

“Today, I encourage you to keep your head high, your heart open, and your faith unwavering. Know that you are loved, cherished, and valued beyond measure. Together, we can create a future where smiles replace sorrow.” She promised.

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