By Chuks Collins, Awka
Touched by the sight of hardship and grieving citizens all around, a quiet philanthropist -Prince Morgan has established ab poverty alleviation focused non-governmental organization, under the aegis of "Needy and Special People's Initiative".
It was aimed at providing direct support to vulnerable and needy Nigerian citizens.
The multi-million Naira Foundation according to its National Leader - Prince Morgan covers healthcare, finance, employment, legal aid and general welfare.
Prince Morgan said the initiative was born out of a personal commitment to serve humanity and fill gaps where government support has fallen short.
He said, "The initiative was born
out of the desire to serve humanity, to help people, and to provide what the government could not provide.
He disclosed that "We are not affiliated to the government or any political organization. We are here solely to serve the people."
Key areas of focus, according to him were support for registered needy members that include Healthcare; noting that members will access health services once reported, immediately.
He revealed also that after six months of membership, the organization will cover all medical needs, financial
assistance for small businesses and entrepreneurs.
Then skills acquisition training followed by empowerment packages.
Direct connections to job opportunities for members seeking work. Then free legal aid and representation for members facing exploitation, intimidation or legal challenges.
Prince Morgan added that after a period of two years, if a member’s child completes trades or business apprenticeship training/tutelage, the Foundation will add ₦10 million to whatever amount provided by the beneficiary's master.
The first phase of the program he pointed out just began immediately with healthcare services for widows, followed by financial assistance and legal support.
Members were also given special forms to submit any other pressing needs.
"We want you to know that your family is here," Prince Morgan said.
"If you have any need, bring it to us and we will assist you as a member of this initiative."
The Needy and Special People's Initiative says it will operate independently outside any form of political affinity and government, with a focus on dignity, empowerment, and direct impact.
The initiator urged everyone with membership or support inquiries, to contact the Foundation at the launch venue or through its outreach channels nationwide.
The National Co-ordinator of the programme Chidi Kenneth Orji advised people to go and register noting immediately, pointing out that "you cannot have access to the benefits without being a participating member from your ward, Council area and State.
" In this present economy we are facing today, it is not easy.We know what the cost of medical care is and somebody from nowhere is offering medical care free to assist somebody who needs it , education assistance, scholarship and the rest."
He added that all the local governments coordinators have a task before them, to go back to their various local governments, summon a meeting and appoint a ward coordinator to get registered members in every ward.
The event concluded with inauguration of executive menbers