Philanthropist lifts 100 indigent women with N50m
A businessman and philanthropist, Dr Kojo Sam, has empowered 100 women with N50,000,000 as part of activities marking his birthday.
He also pledged to suppo President Bola Tinubu in 2027 in appreciation of the development projects undertaken in the Niger Delta by the Federal Government.
Kojo praised Government Ekpemupolo aka Tompolo for his leadership style which has brought stability to the Niger Delta.
According to him, President Tinubu’s efforts to secure oil assets in the Niger Delta by Niger Deltans has helped in the empowerment of the people.
He said: ‘’ My empowerment scheme is tied to the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.The President has done very well. In the Niger Delta, oil facilities are being secured by Niger Delta people under the leadership of Government Ekpemupolo aka Tompolo under Tantita structure.This opportunity would not have been possible without the President. It is going to change the lives of our people.
His second term is assured; we are not going to compromise that. We are going to give him more than 100%. We thank him for the great opportunity given to us. We thank him for the job given to Tompolo.
I also commend Tompolo, who has shown leadership by ensuring the inclusivity of all Ijaw people.’’
He disclosed that his decision to embark on the empowerment programme was divine and in adherence to God’s direction.
Kojo, who noted that he is not seeking any elective position, stressed that the gesture was borne out of love to alleviate the suffering of the people.
He stated that the empowerment scheme covers Opu-Nembe, Nembe City, Okpoma, Odioma, Oluasiri, and Obioku communities in Nembe and Brass Local Area.
He enjoined the people in the area to live in peace and harmony and help to build a better society.
He added:”I just believe in giving to the less-privileged. These women need help. Our society has some problems because of hunger and poverty. So those whom God has helped should be able to bless others. So, I was led in the spirit to give 100 women N500,000 each.
The empowerment covers Opu-Nembe, Nembe City, Okpoama, Odioma, Oluasiri, and Obioku. I am an instrument of God to humanity.
I am not contesting the election; I am only doing this out of love.
The people of Nembe have to come together as one people and build our society. There is no need for fighting.’’
