A Chinese firm, Yongxing Steel Company, based in Edo State, Nigeria, has made a significant donation to the Catholic Church-owned Charity Home for the Needy. The company has given a building to the orphanage, which was formally handed over to the church in Benin City. This gesture was in response to the dire situation at the charity home, which was brought to the company's notice by the Edo State Office of the First Lady.
According to Hazel Han, a representative of Yongxing Steel Company, the firm visited the facility and was moved by its state. The company decided to take action by purchasing a new building, which was refurbished to meet the needs of the orphans and their carers. The building was constructed, furnished, and equipped with essential facilities, including furniture, a generator, and other necessary items.
The donation was made without any conditions, and there is no rent attached to it. Yongxing Steel Company hopes that the new home will provide the children with security, comfort, dignity, and an environment where they can learn, grow, and build a better future. This project represents the company's commitment to supporting vulnerable members of society and making a meaningful difference in the community.
The Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, Mrs. Edesili Okpebholo-Anani, commended the gesture, describing it as a celebration of compassion, partnership, humanity, and hope. The Principal of the Home, Rev. Mother Mary Ebewu, expressed shock at the pleasant response to their request, noting that the home had previously received a significant donation of food items from the same company.
The Chancellor of the Archdiocese of Benin, Very Rev. Fr. Michael Oyanoafoh, commended Governor Monday Okkpebholo for creating a conducive environment for businesses to thrive in the state. He called on other companies and individuals to emulate the corporate social responsibility nature of the Chinese firm. The donation has been seen as a significant contribution to the well-being of the children at the orphanage.
The Catholic Charity Home for the Needy has been providing care and support to vulnerable children in Edo State. The new home donated by Yongxing Steel Company will provide a safe and decent place for the children to live and grow. The company has demonstrated its commitment to corporate social responsibility, and this donation is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of the children.
The handover ceremony was attended by various dignitaries, including representatives from the Edo State government and the Catholic Church. The donation has been widely praised, and it is expected to inspire other companies and individuals to make similar contributions to the community.
Key points
- Yongxing Steel Company donates a building to the Catholic Church-owned Charity Home for the Needy in Edo State, Nigeria.
- The donation was made in response to the dire situation at the charity home, which was brought to the company's notice by the Edo State Office of the First Lady.
- The company hopes that the new home will provide the children with security, comfort, dignity, and an environment where they can learn, grow, and build a better future.
