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Shippers’ Council Donates Sickbay Equipment To JSS Kurudu In Abuja

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Joel Ajayi

In its determination to ameliorate the suffering of many Nigeria Nigerian especially students, the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) has donated sickbay equipment to the Government Junior Secondary School, Kurudu, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

 

The Executive Secretary of NSC, Barr. Hassan Bello, who was represented by the Deputy Director, Abuja Liaison Office of NSC, Hajia Rakiya Nuhu.while presenting the items to the school on Friday in Abuja said the gesture was to support and empower needy Nigerians.

 

Barr disclosed that the council’s commitment to its CSR, which he said was targeted at the grassroots with a view to touching lives at the base of society.

 

According to him, our gathering here today is to support and empower Nigerians in need in different ways,  as part of our corporate social responsibility activities.

 

“Accordingly, the government JSS Kurudu was found qualified to attract the attention of NSC’s CSR intervention and was graciously chosen as one of the beneficiaries for the year 2020 CSR.

 

“The council is here today to deliver to the school’s the clinic, two hospital beds,  two air mattresses,  two electric Irons and two rechargeable lamps.

 

“We are delivering four blankets,  four mosquito nets,  four white bedsheets,  four towels, and one Honda Generator.

 

“Other items include two hot water bottles,  a rechargeable fan,  one double door fridge, and four buckets.

 

He added that; “NSC’s joy will know no bounds when we find out that these items are judiciously used in touching the lives of the ordinary Nigerian citizen,” Bello said.

The NSC boss also promised to look into some of the challenges faced by the school and proffer assistance where applicable.

 

On her address, the elated principal of the school,  Mrs. Talatu Isah appreciated the gesture of the NSC which it rendered to the school through the Queen Agnes Foundation.

Isah said the gesture was not just for the school but for the Kurudu community at large, adding that the items would be judiciously used for the benefit of the students.

She however said the school faced challenges of the hall,  inadequate toilets,  fallen fence,  depleted library, and blocks of classrooms overtaken by termites among others.

She called on the shipper’s council and the school’s board to assist in any way possible to enable the school to attain greater heights.

 

Mrs. Thelma Akinduru, President,  Queen Agnes Foundation (QAF)  appreciated the NSC for responding to her request to provide the items for the school.

 

It was gathered that the Akinduru facilitated the construction of the sickbay and approached the NSC with the demand to provide the needed items.

 

Akinduru, however, said she realized the needs of the school and was burdened by the fact that the school had no sickbay.

 

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Daughters of Dr. Charles Ononiwu, Chiamanda and Chiamaka, Launch Debut Books to Uplift Hearts Facing Life’s Struggles

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Joel Ajayi

At just 18 and 20 years old, Chiamanda and Chiamaka Ononiwu — daughters of renowned Nigerian surgeon Dr. Charles Ononiwu — have achieved a remarkable milestone with the release of their debut inspirational books, Do Not Be Afraid and Waterfalls.

Their literary journey began six years ago, during the height of the global COVID-19 pandemic. While the world was engulfed in fear and uncertainty, the then 13- and 15-year-old sisters turned inward, using writing as an outlet to process their emotions, express their faith, and reach out to others with messages of hope and resilience.

 What began as a quiet act of creativity blossomed into two powerful books that now serve as beacons of light for readers navigating life’s storms.

Eighteen-year-old Chiamanda Ononiwu is the author of Do Not Be Afraid. A passionate Electrical Engineering student , she is also a proud alumna of Intellichild TLC and Valedictorian of Great Blessings School, Class of 2022. 

In her book, she addresses the emotional challenges many young people face and draws from her personal faith to offer guidance and encouragement.

Her elder sister, Chiamaka Ononiwu, 20, is a final-year medical student at Babcock University in Nigeria. She penned Waterfalls, a heartfelt and deeply spiritual work she describes as divinely inspired. Chiamaka views her writing as a calling — a mission to uplift souls and bring hope to those struggling with life’s challenges.

“Personally, I would say it all started with the idea of inclusion, inspired by real human experiences,” Chiamaka shared. “We’ve had conversations with people who’ve gone through difficult situations — including issues and those stories helped shape what I write today.”

She added, “It’s all about encouraging people to face life with faith. We began this journey during a dark time in the world, and I felt called to create something that could offer comfort and hope — not just locally, but globally.”

The official book launch and signing ceremony took place on Wednesday in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, and was attended by family, friends, colleagues, and well-wishers. It was a celebration of creativity, faith, and youthful brilliance, as the sisters presented their work to an inspired audience.

Speaking at the event, Chiamaka emphasized the core message of her book: “Waterfalls reminds readers that God is always watching over His people. He doesn’t bring fear — He brings peace, hope, and love. I want readers to find comfort and assurance in that truth.”

For Chiamanda, her book is a message to young people who may feel overwhelmed by life’s pressures: “Do Not Be Afraid is especially for youth navigating difficult times. No matter how hard life gets, you can always find strength and direction in God’s word.”

Writing came naturally to both sisters. Chiamaka recalled, “Even as a child, I loved writing short stories for my siblings. When the opportunity came to publish, I knew it was time to share my message with a wider audience.”

Despite their demanding academic paths, both young women balanced their studies with writing through perseverance and faith.

Chiamanda and Chiamaka are united by a shared dream — to inspire people across the world with their writing.

Chiamaka expressed Further;  “Our biggest hope is that these books will reach people who need to know that God is real, that He’s always with them, and that through Him, anything is possible,” Chiamaka said.

With Do Not Be Afraid and Waterfalls, the Ononiwu sisters have not only created literary works — they’ve created lifelines. Their voices, grounded in faith and driven by purpose, remind readers everywhere that even in the darkest moments, God’s light never fades.

Their father, Dr. Charles Ononiwu — a distinguished surgeon and deeply devoted parent — also spoke at the event, sharing the journey from his perspective.

“For me, my number one priority has always been to care for children — not just medically, but also by encouraging them academically and in the basics of life,” he said.

He recounted a moving moment with Chiamanda, who approached him with the idea of sharing her story publicly to inspire others.

“She came to me and said she wanted to talk to her peers, to share how she had been comforted, and to help them see that everything would be okay,” he recalled. “As a father, my role was to guide her. I support both of them, help activate their strengths, and provide direction.”

Dr. Ononiwu made the decision to fund the publication of their books himself, believing in the power of their message.

“I told them, ‘You have something the world needs. You can make an impact in the lives of others,’” he said. “I believe every child has a gift. It is our responsibility as parents not to dismiss them, but to help them discover and nurture their talents.”

He encouraged all parents to support their children’s creative pursuits, noting, “Every person has something special inside them — no one is without talent. It’s just a matter of looking inward, discovering that gift, and sharing it with the world.”

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