Philanthropist Dr (Amb) Halima Suleiman Zakari, through her non-profit organization, Nana Halima Empowerment Initiatives, joined hands with the Jigawa State Government and key stakeholders to celebrate the Eid festival with communities across the state.
Dr Zakari, an advocate for education, youth, and women development, also visited Jahun Vesicovaginal Fistula(VVF) Hospital where she made donation of N50,000 each to support 85 young girls who are victims of sexual abuse and under aged marriages and child birth. She also went round the wards in the General Hospital Jahun and gave cash support to patients on sick beds.
Halima recently visited her alma mater, Federal Government College (FGC), Kiyawa, Jigawa State, where she donated ₦30 million for the renovation of both girls’ and boys dormitories. This generous contribution aims to enhance the learning environment and promote the welfare of students in the school.
Also, during the Jigawa State Citizens Engagement Program, Dr. Halima has supported 30 orphans who got married with a token of 100k each to start up a small business. This gesture was extended to making them economically active in their communities.
As part of her Sallah outreach, Dr Zakari distributed comprehensive Sallah welfare packages to residents across the seven Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Jigawa Central Senatorial District. She paid homage to the Emir of Dutse, Alhaji Hameem Nuhu Sanusi, cfr, the Galadiman Dutse Alhaji Basiru Muhammadu Sanusi amongst other stakeholders.
The Sallah packages included food items, clothing materials, financial support, and other essential household items. The initiative targeted vulnerable groups, including widows, orphans, women, and the elderly, ensuring that they could partake in the festive celebrations with dignity and joy.
Beneficiaries across the LGAs expressed gratitude to Dr Zakari and the Nana Halima Empowerment Initiatives for their continued support and commitment to improving lives at the grassroots.
Zakari is widely recognized for her consistent efforts in driving positive change through various empowerment programs. Over the years, she has championed numerous initiatives focused on education, youth empowerment, vocational training and entrepreneurship support, women development, advocacy for women’s rights and economic empowerment.
Speaking during the Sallah celebration in Jigawa, Dr Zakari reiterated her commitment to fostering inclusive growth and giving back to society as the government can not do it all alone.
“Sallah is a time of reflection, gratitude, and giving. Through our empowerment initiatives, we aim to spread joy and offer practical support to those in need. Education remains a cornerstone of our mission, and we will continue to invest in projects that uplift our communities,” she stated.
The stakeholders and citizens at the Sallah event commended Dr Zakari for her unwavering dedication to humanitarian causes and community development. The collaboration between public institutions and private philanthropists like Dr. Zakari is seen as vital in bridging development gaps and fostering social cohesion.
