In a world rife with the daunting challenges of extreme poverty and hunger, where millions struggle to survive on meager incomes, a glimmer of hope emerges from the Urhobo Progress Union (UPU) Youth Wing.
Led by the indomitable Activist Ughere Blessed, the UPU Youth Wing has embarked on a noble mission to alleviate the plight of impoverished Urhobo students through their visionary project, the “Ighele Food Bank.”
The scourge of poverty is an age-old adversary that continues to haunt societies worldwide, with an alarming 750 million individuals living in extreme poverty, surviving on less than $1.90 a day. Coupled with this hardship is the specter of hunger, which casts its long shadow over the lives of millions, leaving them vulnerable and deprived.
Amidst this bleak landscape, the UPU Youth Wing, under the stewardship of the Office of Welfare, spearheaded by the dedicated Ese Agbobore, has risen to the occasion. Recognizing the dire circumstances faced by Urhobo students in tertiary institutions, particularly amidst the current economic crisis and inflation, the Youth Wing initiated the “Ighele Food Bank” with the aim of providing essential sustenance to those in need.
On the 15th of March, 2024, a ray of hope pierced through the clouds of despair as the UPU Youth Wing’s “Ighele Food Bank” swung into action. With hearts filled with compassion and determination, the team reached out to over 150 indigent Urhobo students at the College of Education in Edjeba, Agbarha Kingdom, Warri South LGA, Delta State, extending a lifeline to those grappling with the harsh realities of poverty and hunger.
The sight of joy on the faces of the Urhobo students served as a poignant reminder of the profound impact that acts of kindness and solidarity can have on individuals facing adversity. However, this noble endeavor is merely the beginning, as the UPU Youth Wing’s commitment to serving the community knows no bounds.
In the words of Ese Agbobore, the Welfare Officer of Urhobo Youth Worldwide, “Witnessing the joy on the faces of Urhobo students filled us with profound satisfaction. This is merely the inception; our commitment knows no bounds.”
The “Ighele Food Bank” stands as a beacon of hope amidst the darkness of poverty and hunger, exemplifying the power of collective action and compassion in creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
As the food train moves to other campuses, public-spirited organizations and individuals are urged to partner with and emulate this act of sacrificial giving, so that the journey towards a society free from poverty and hunger takes a significant stride forward, paving the way for a better tomorrow for generations to come.