Tony Elumelu Donates2,000 Bags Of Rice And 200 Bags Of Beans To Communities, Orphanages, And Schools

Joy, cheers, and gratitude filled the air in Onicha-Uku, Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State, as renowned global philanthropist and Chairman of the United Bank for Africa (UBA), Dr. Tony Elumelu, once again came to the aid of his people with the distribution of 2,200 bags of food items.

The donation—comprising 2,000 bags of rice and 200 bags of beans—was shared among communities, orphanages, and schools, bringing timely relief to hundreds of families.

The exercise took place at Dr. Elumelu’s country home in Onicha-Uku, where beneficiaries gathered in large numbers to receive the life-sustaining items.

Dr. Elumelu, who also chairs the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) and Heirs Holdings, has made the end-of-year empowerment of his people a cherished tradition.

For many residents, the annual gesture has become a symbol of hope, compassion, and unwavering commitment to community development.

As bags of rice and beans exchanged hands, smiles lit up faces, and songs of appreciation echoed across the venue.

Beneficiaries described the Elumelu family as a pillar of support whose generosity has consistently touched lives over the years.

Receiving the items on behalf of the local government, the Chairman of Aniocha North LGA, Hon. Emma Bazim Chinye, praised the philanthropist and his wife, Dr. Awele Elumelu, for their sustained kindness.

“I am receiving these items on behalf of my local government, particularly the three major communities of Onicha-Uku, Onicha-Ugbo, and Onicha-Olona,” he said. “Today, happiness is written boldly on the faces of our people. This is not just food; it is hope.”

Hon. Chinye expressed profound gratitude to the Elumelus, praying for divine blessings, good health, and continued success in their endeavours.

He also applauded other notable sons and daughters of the local government who have continued to uplift their communities through acts of generosity.

Also lending her voice in appreciation, the Provost of the Federal Medical College, School of Nursing, Dr. Olise Mariah Ngozi, poured encomiums on the Elumelu family for their unwavering generosity.

Speaking on behalf of the management, staff, and students of the college, Dr. Ngozi described Dr. Tony Elumelu as a consistent pillar of support whose kindness has repeatedly come to their aid.

“On behalf of the staff, students, and the entire college, we commend the Elumelus for this empowerment,” she said. “Dr. Tony Elumelu has always been our great benefactor. He has helped us many times. Whenever we reach out to him for assistance, he never hesitates to give us a helping hand. We deeply appreciate this gesture, and we will always remember him in our prayers.”

Community members also took turns to express heartfelt gratitude. Jude Onwenna praised the donation as timely and life-changing, praying that God would continue to uplift the Elumelus for their steadfast commitment to empowering the people.

In the same vein, Engr. Lambert Amaefule echoed the sentiments of many beneficiaries, describing the gesture as a reflection of a genuinely compassionate heart.

“I am very happy,” he said. “Before a person can do something this great for his communities, you know the person has a good heart. I pray that God will continue to bless him and his family.”

As voices of thanksgiving rose from different quarters, one truth stood out clearly—the Elumelu name remains synonymous with compassion, generosity, and enduring service to humanity.

Source: The Nation

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