Excitement as prominent Niger Delta politician plans to open foundation for the aged

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- A Niger Delta politician is leading the way in philanthropy in the region

- Ambassador Young Piero has established a foundation to care for the welfare of the elderly in the society

- The senatorial aspirant established the foundation in honour of his late mum, Mrs Queen Asule Omatseye

A Niger Delta politician has established a foundation to care for the welfare of the elderly in the society.

Ambassador Young Piero, a senatorial aspirant in Delta South, established the foundation in honour of his late mum, Madam Queen Asule Omatseye, who died recently at the age of 70.

The foundation will focus on meeting the needs of elderly women in the society especially those diagnosed with cancer and related medical challenges.

Prominent Niger Delta politician opens foundation for the aged

Prominent Niger Delta shows love to aged people. Photo credit: Age Nigeria Foundation

In a statement sent to NAIJ.com on Tuesday, January 30, Ambassador Piero said the foundation which will be located in Sapele area of the state, will also focus on empowerment of elderly women with the sole aim of helping to reduce the rate of lack of care for the aged in the society.

According to the statement, a befitting building is currently under going construction at the said location to kick start the project.

NAIJ.com gathered that he foundation would be officially opened on Sunday, February 18.

“I have decided not to allow the teachings of my late mother die. My mother believed in affecting lives in her own little way. She also thought us, we the children not to rejoice in the suffering of the poor. That is why I have chosen to ensure that our elderly ones live their old age in good health.

“I grew up knowing my mum as a hardworking and humble woman. She was a mother and a lovely person to everyone around her.

“Because of the love she has for humanity, I have chosen to carry on her legacy by establishing a foundation in memory of her, the foundation is aimed at showing love and Care to elderly women in our society and given them relieve materials when necessary,” Ambassador Piero said.

Meanwhile, a new primary health facility and solarised borehole expected to benefit 10,000 residents, has been commissioned in Cross River state.

NAIJ.com gathered that the facility is located in Ekajuk community of Ogoja local government area of the state.

Further checks revealed that it was facilitated by Community Social Development Programme (CSDP), Primary Health Care Development Agency (PHCDA) and the community.

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