RCCG Moves To Feed One Million School Children In Lagos

The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) via its Corporate Social Responsibility tool, His Love Fellowship (HLF) said it has concluded arrangements to feed a million school children in Lagos.

The school feeding initiative according to a statement released by the organisation is aimed at promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of Zero Hunger and Quality Education and provides nutritious meals to 1,000,000 students in primary schools across Lagos.

HLF/RCCG CSR is determined by an urgent need to fill the void of hunger at this troubling time economically and extend support to the vulnerable segments of society which aligns with the theme of ongoing RCCG’s 71st Convention, ‘Beyond Expectation’.

“The organization extends an invitation to other corporate entities, non-governmental organizations, and stakeholders to join hands with HLF/RCCG CSR in this noble cause. Together, they can create a sustainable and hunger-free environment that nurtures the potential of children and fosters a generation equipped to contribute positively to the nation’s growth.

“The firm belief is that hunger should not hinder a child’s ability to learn and thrive. By providing daily nutritious meals to 1,000,000 students, the initiative aims to break barriers and pave the way for a brighter future where no child is left behind.

“With over two million children currently out of school in Lagos alone, HLF has already made a difference in the lives of 2,062,260 students. Through The Build a School project, HLF has impacted 39,160 individuals. His Love Foundation has of July has executed a total of 1,816,579 projects, significantly impacting the lives of over 149,047,261 individuals, with a spending of =N=56,531,763,720 on various nationwide projects in the last five years.

“In July, through the Manna Meal School Feeding Program, HLF has already fed 8,954 children in 118 schools in Lagos for the third term, with plans to continue in the upcoming first term starting in September 2023. Additionally, a total of 106,728,606 people have been fed globally through its various feeding initiatives and in the 28 daily feeding centers in Lagos,” the statement read.