The All Progressives Congress (APC) Professionals Council yesterday revealed that it has concluded plans to launch a foundation in honour of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume in commemoration of his 70th birthday .
The council’s Director General, Hon. Seyi Bamigbade who announced this yesterday in Lagos said the foundation will focus on promoting the ideals which the former Benue State governor has consistently stood for over the decades.
According to Bamigbade, the foundation will be officially unveiled in Lagos on January 1, 2024.
He said it would advance the philanthropy and humanitarian campaign for which the SGF stands out, adding that it would empower youths with business grants, support widows and the less privileged, offer scholarships as well as provide educational materials to communities in Benue and the North Central in general.
He said Prince Ademola Adetokunbo Ade- John will serve as the pioneer chairman board of trustees of the foundation.
Bamigbade urged philanthropic Nigerians and donor agencies to collaborate with the council as it seeks to improve the lives of Nigerians in their communities in line with the Renewed Hope agenda of the current administration.
