- The food distribution initiative, organized by the Office of Political Legislative and Civic Engagement, took place at the Akerele Primary Health Care Centre as part of the Mother, Infant, and Child Development (MICHD) programme.
In response to the current food inflation affecting the economy, the Lagos State Government has taken measures to support vulnerable pregnant women by distributing various food items in collaboration with Health District IV.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the food distribution initiative, organized by the Office of Political Legislative and Civic Engagement, took place at the Akerele Primary Health Care Centre as part of the Mother, Infant, and Child Development (MICHD) programme.
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Speaking at the event, The Special Adviser, who was represented by Dr. Omotayo Babatunde, a Director in the Office, emphasized Governor Sanwo-Olu’s commitment to the welfare of pregnant women, infants, children, and other vulnerable groups in the state.
He assured that the government will continue working tirelessly to improve their lives.
Dr. Abimbola Bowale, the Permanent Secretary of Health District IV, acknowledged the positive impact of the programme on the beneficiaries, highlighting the joy and relief it brought to expectant mothers within the Health District IV community.
Reacting, one of the beneficiaries said, “I want to appreciate the Lagos State Government for what they have done for us.
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They have been taking care of us; They made childbearing so easy. If not because of the economy, I won’t mind giving birth yearly because of this kind of good gesture”.
Beneficiaries went home with rice, beans, eggs, semovita, milo, milk, oats, palm oil, and many other food items.
