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Philanthropist charge private sector to support FG on Humanitarian service
Mariam Abeeb
The founder of Osa Okunbo foundation, Osahon Okunbo has charged well meaning Nigerians and private sector to support the Federal Government to improve humanitarian services across the country.
He made this call in an interview with newsmen while receiving the prestigious “Emerging Leader in Philanthropy” award from the Humanitarian Service Diamond Awards (HSD Awards).
Osahon, son of the late Captain Idahosa Wells Okunbo, has successfully carried on his father’s business legacy and philanthropic efforts.
Okunbo noted that encouraging people to invest more in humanity will also go a long way in national development.
“It was very well organized. Things like these are the reasons why we should encourage, we encourage people to do this because encouraging people who invest in humanity is a good course.
“So I’m impressed, and I’ll continue to support them. So I mean, one of the one of the principles that I learned from my father was investing in humanity. And as you can see, like you quite rightly pointed out.
According to Ikechukwu Norbert, convener and organizer of the award, Osahon was chosen for this recognition due to his exceptional track record in national development, societal upliftment, and relentless service to humanity.
He explained that Osahon H. Okunbo is a dynamic entrepreneur and investor with 15 years of leadership experience across various sectors, including energy, power, hospitality, agriculture, and aviation.
He said his support for art and music has been instrumental in fostering cultural expression, culminating in his upcoming role as Patron of Nigeria’s first film museum, set to launch in late 2024.
According to him, through the Osa Okunbo Foundation, he tackles poverty head-on, focusing on education, healthcare, entrepreneurship, and housing.
Speaking further, Norbert stressed that collective efforts can help reaffirms belief in the power of humanity to overcome these challenges and build a better society.
He added that considering the nation’s struggling with poverty, conflict, unemployment, out of school
Children and hunger, noting that what we need is involvement through voluntary, advocacy, donations, or raising awareness.
Other notable awardees are Prince Arthur Eze, Borno state Governor, Babagana Zullum, River State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, Akwa Ibom Governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno and Nuhu Kwajafa.
Others are Prophet Jeremiah Fufuye, Jack Rich Tein, Brig. Gen. Mohammed Marwa, Allen Onyema and Sen. Monday Okpebholo among other personalities.
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DNKI President Champions Humanitarian Service, Sustainable Community Development
Cyril Samania
The President of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), Chief Oliver Patrick Ityohegh, has reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to humanitarian service, stressing the importance of supporting vulnerable people and improving community welfare beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day.
Ityohegh stated this during the organisation’s Cauldron Night and Award Presentation held to commemorate its 2026 Humanitarian Day celebration, theme: “Humanity First: Advancing Hope, Dignity and Community Well-being.” organised by the DNKI Abuja Chapter.
He emphasised that humanitarian service should be a continuous responsibility driven by compassion, solidarity and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in society.
According to him, DNKI’s humanitarian activities reflect its dedication to giving back to society and supporting people in need, while encouraging members to sustain initiatives that promote human dignity and community well-being.
He added that the organisation would continue to strengthen its humanitarian engagements through practical interventions aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable people and promoting community development.
Speaking at the event, the representative of the Abuja Chapter Chairman and Chairman of its Advisory Council, Prince Efiong Okpe, said the organisation’s humanitarian activities extended beyond the annual celebration of Humanitarian Day on October 15.
Okpe explained that DNKI undertook several initiatives throughout the year, including blood donation exercises, visits to hospitals and correctional centres, as well as support for orphanages and other vulnerable groups.
According to him, the organisation also collaborated with humanitarian bodies in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to identify areas of need and provide assistance within its available resources.
He described Humanitarian Day as an opportunity for members to renew their commitment to service and demonstrate solidarity with people facing difficult circumstances.
Earlier, the Chairman of the Planning Committee and Coordinator of the DNKI Gwagwalada Zone, Mr Etudaiye Hamzat, disclosed that the chapter had provided financial assistance to some members to help pay their children’s school fees, alongside distributing bags of rice and other relief items to members experiencing hardship.
Hamzat explained that the interventions followed concerns over the difficulties some members faced in meeting their family responsibilities, particularly the rising cost of their children’s education.
He maintained that supporting members in need was consistent with the organisation’s humanitarian principles, adding that DNKI remained committed to extending assistance to non-members and vulnerable communities as part of its commitment to leading by example.
Looking ahead, Hamzat said the Abuja Chapter planned to expand its humanitarian outreach to remote communities within the FCT, with particular attention to orphanages, schools and widows facing difficulties in meeting their family responsibilities.
He also recalled previous interventions for internally displaced persons (IDPs), which included the distribution of food, clothing and educational materials, noting that the chapter intended to scale up such initiatives in the coming year.
The highlight of the event was the presentation of awards to outstanding members and distinguished non-members in recognition of their contributions to humanitarian service.
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