In a bid to alleviate poverty and hunger, the Atum Humanitarian and Charitable Initiative has launched a N500 million fund to support two million needy Nigerians.
A statement issued by the organisation’s executive chairman, Hon. Ismaila Yusuf Atus, said the initiative is geared towards addressing severe hunger and hardship in the country, which are exacerbated by rising fuel prices.
According to the statement, the fund will provide critical assistance to vulnerable individuals and families across the country, recognising the government’s efforts while emphasising the need for urgent measures to reduce citizens’ suffering.
Atus called on the government to take urgent measures to reduce suffering, acknowledging existing initiatives are insufficient.
The organisation also urged NGOs, business leaders, and wealthy individuals to unite and support communities in need.
“Given the current challenges in the country, the Atum Humanitarian and Charitable Initiative has decided to assist Nigerians who are struggling with poverty by raising N500 million to help two million people. The hunger is severe, and the rising fuel prices have only added to the hardships. Many people can no longer afford to feed themselves properly.
“I urge those of us with NGOs to unite and support our communities. We also call on the government to take measures to alleviate the suffering in our nation. While we acknowledge that the government is doing its best and that many initiatives were in place before this administration took over, we still urge them to work towards reducing the hardships faced by citizens.
“We appeal to other well-off Nigerians to step forward during this critical time; the people need your support now more than ever. It is essential for the wealthy to share their resources and assist those in need. Additionally, we call on business leaders and politicians not to hoard their wealth in bank accounts while the populace suffers,” the statement reads.
