Residents of Ikota, Lagos, were filled with joy and gratitude as they received essential food items from the Glo Foundation, the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm of Globacom. Many beneficiaries described the initiative as a timely intervention, calling the company a blessing in their time of need.
The food distribution, held in collaboration with the Lagos Food Bank, took place at New Generation Baptist School, where recipients gathered as early as 7 a.m. to receive their supplies. Each beneficiary was given a carton filled with rice, garri, spaghetti, noodles, tomato paste, toothbrushes, sardines, salt, vegetable oil, bread, and seasoning cubes. This initiative followed a similar outreach in Bariga the previous week, where thousands of women also benefited.
Excitement filled the air as people sang and danced in appreciation of the company’s generosity. Christina Itoro, a POS operator from Akwa Ibom, was overwhelmed with happiness upon opening her package. She expressed her heartfelt gratitude, praying for continuous blessings on Globacom and its staff. Similarly, Sarah Oliseh, a housewife, shared her delight, noting that the relief items would go a long way in supporting her family.
For Godwin Mary, a kunu drink seller from Benue State, the assistance came at a crucial time when her business was struggling. She expressed deep appreciation to Globacom for remembering women in Ikota and restoring hope in a time of difficulty.
Speaking at the event, Mrs. Jumobi Mofe-Damijo, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at Globacom, reaffirmed the company’s dedication to supporting vulnerable communities. She emphasized that bringing smiles to the faces of those in need is a core mission of the Glo Foundation. She also revealed that the foundation is working on more initiatives aimed at positively impacting lives across Nigeria.
