Nigeria’s First Lady Empowers 250 Persons With Disabilities in Anambra With ₦50 Million Business Grant

A total of 250 persons living with disabilities (PWDs) in Anambra State have each received ₦200,000 to support and expand their small businesses.

The initiative, implemented under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, is part of the RHI Economic Empowerment Programme, which provides financial support for PWDs across the country to recapitalize and strengthen their enterprises.

The annual programme was launched simultaneously across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, including beneficiaries from the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA). Altogether, 9,500 PWDs nationwide are expected to benefit from the programme’s ₦1.9 billion disbursement.

Delivering the First Lady’s address in Anambra, the wife of the Governor, Dr. (Mrs.) Nonye Soludo, represented by the Deputy Governor’s wife, Lady Oluchi Ibezim, said the initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes inclusive development and shared prosperity.

She emphasized the commitment to ensuring that no Nigerian is left behind, especially individuals whose needs are often overlooked.

Senator Tinubu noted that in the past two years, the RHI has provided direct financial grants to over 100,000 women petty traders and small business owners, including persons with disabilities, to boost their businesses.

The RHI National Chairman further explained that the initiative’s Social Investment Programmes have extended financial and material assistance to victims of floods, communal conflicts, and other disasters, as well as to the elderly, widows, and orphans of fallen heroes. Through the RHI Monthly Food Outreach Scheme, food items have so far been distributed to 22 states and the FCT.

In his remarks, the Anambra State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike, applauded the programme, noting that it demonstrates the commitment of the Anambra First Lady to ensuring that residents of the state benefit fully from federal government empowerment initiatives.

He advised the beneficiaries to use the grants judiciously, stressing that the funds can serve as a seed capital capable of creating sustainable livelihoods if properly managed.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Women and Social Welfare, Mrs. Ify Obinabo, said the gesture from the First Lady reinforces the call for PWDs to pursue their ambitions despite any physical challenges, assuring them that disability should not limit their aspirations.

In a goodwill message, the Chairman of the Joint
Nigeria’s First Lady Empowers 250 Persons With Disabilities in Anambra With ₦50 Million Business Grant

A total of 250 persons living with disabilities (PWDs) in Anambra State have each received ₦200,000 to support and expand their small businesses.

The initiative, implemented under the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) of Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, is part of the RHI Economic Empowerment Programme, which provides financial support for PWDs across the country to recapitalize and strengthen their enterprises.

The annual programme was launched simultaneously across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory, including beneficiaries from the Police Officers’ Wives Association (POWA). Altogether, 9,500 PWDs nationwide are expected to benefit from the programme’s ₦1.9 billion disbursement.

Delivering the First Lady’s address in Anambra, the wife of the Governor, Dr. (Mrs.) Nonye Soludo, represented by the Deputy Governor’s wife, Lady Oluchi Ibezim, said the initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes inclusive development and shared prosperity.

She emphasized the commitment to ensuring that no Nigerian is left behind, especially individuals whose needs are often overlooked.

Senator Tinubu noted that in the past two years, the RHI has provided direct financial grants to over 100,000 women petty traders and small business owners, including persons with disabilities, to boost their businesses.

The RHI National Chairman further explained that the initiative’s Social Investment Programmes have extended financial and material assistance to victims of floods, communal conflicts, and other disasters, as well as to the elderly, widows, and orphans of fallen heroes. Through the RHI Monthly Food Outreach Scheme, food items have so far been distributed to 22 states and the FCT.

In his remarks, the Anambra State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike, applauded the programme, noting that it demonstrates the commitment of the Anambra First Lady to ensuring that residents of the state benefit fully from federal government empowerment initiatives.

He advised the beneficiaries to use the grants judiciously, stressing that the funds can serve as a seed capital capable of creating sustainable livelihoods if properly managed.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Women and Social Welfare, Mrs. Ify Obinabo, said the gesture from the First Lady reinforces the call for PWDs to pursue their ambitions despite any physical challenges, assuring them that disability should not limit their aspirations.

In a goodwill message, the Chairman of the Joint National Association of Persons With Disabilities (JONAPWD), Anambra State Chapter, Comrade Ugochukwu Okeke, expressed gratitude for the financial support, describing it as a compassionate initiative of Senator Tinubu and commendably implemented in the state by the Governor’s wife. He urged beneficiaries to demonstrate, through responsible use of the grant, that empowerment programmes can yield meaningful impact.

National Association of Persons With Disabilities (), Anambra State Chapter, Comrade Ugochukwu Okeke, expressed gratitude for the financial support, describing it as a compassionate initiative of Senator Tinubu and commendably implemented in the state by the Governor’s wife. He urged beneficiaries to demonstrate, through responsible use of the grant, that empowerment programmes can yield meaningful impact.