By Amuda Dan Sulaiman Fab
The Kogi Progressive Stakeholders Forum has officially flagged off the distribution of food items worth N300 million, donated by Senator Sunday Karimi, the representative of Kogi West, to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in Kogi East.
The flag-off ceremony, held on Tuesday at Odu-Ogboyaga in Dekina, drew party leaders, community stakeholders, and beneficiaries from across the senatorial district.
The event featured prayers, cultural displays, and expressions of gratitude from residents.
Speaking at the event, the Coordinator of the forum, Hon. Sani Phillips, described the intervention as timely and impactful, noting that the donation aimed to cushion the economic hardship faced by families during the holy seasons of Ramadan and Lent.
He explained that the N300 million worth of food items was personally donated by Senator Karimi of Kogi West to mobilise grassroots support for President Tinubuâs Renewed Hope Agenda while also providing relief to vulnerable households in Kogi East.
âThis initiative is not only about political support but about showing care and solidarity with our people during these sacred periods,â Hon. Sani Phillips said.
The Coordinator further revealed that the distribution exercise would extend beyond Kogi East, with arrangements underway to cover all 21 local government areas of Kogi State to ensure a wider reach.
He stressed that the forum would continue to work with local leaders to identify the most vulnerable families in each community.
Beneficiaries who spoke to newsmen commended Senator Karimi for the generous gesture, saying the support came at a time when many families were struggling with the rising cost of living.
âWe are grateful for Senator Karimiâs kindness. This will help many households celebrate Ramadan and Lent with ease,â one beneficiary said.
Community leaders also expressed appreciation for the initiative, noting that such gestures strengthen unity and foster a spirit of giving across the state.
They encouraged other political leaders to emulate the action, especially during periods of economic hardship.
In addition to food items, the forum announced plans to distribute educational materials and essential household items to support women, youths, and the elderly in rural communities across Kogi State.
The forum reaffirmed its commitment to sustained humanitarian outreach and grassroots political mobilisation, pledging to continue engaging with communities to ensure the welfare of residents while promoting the vision of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the state.
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