A traditional ruler in Lagos State, Oba Semiudeen Kasali, of Igbogbo has charged wealthy Nigerians to always help the needy, so as to give them succour and sense of belonging.
He said such acts promotes peace in the country.
Oba Kasali gave the advice at the presentation of food items to sweepers in the service of Lagos Waste Management Agency as Christmas gifts by a non -governmental organisation, PEPC Foundation at Igbogbo Stadium.
The monarch commended the group for its initiative to rhelp the needy and vulnerable in the society.
He said the gesture should be emulated by those in affluence to give succour to the needy because the economic situation makes it difficult for some families to feed, adding that the gesture should not be limited to only Yuletide period alone but should be a regular thing.
“We should be nice to ourselves, extend good gestures not only during yuletide period, it should be always we should always comfort one another. We should promote peace, love and joy.
“What the organiser is doing is appreciated by the state government and the traditional council. Let us be prayerful and diligent in our work, “the monarch advised.
