Group urges wealthy Nigerians to share resources with poor

The Atum Humanitarian and Charitable Initiative has urged the government to reduce the current hardship faced by citizens.

This is as the organisation launched a N500 million fund to support two million needy Nigerians, urging NGOs, business leaders, and wealthy individuals to unite and support communities in need.

Ismaila Yusuf Atus, Executive Chairman of the organisation, in a statement on Sunday, expressed the initiative’s commitment to address severe hunger and hardship exacerbated by rising fuel prices.

According to him, the fund will provide critical assistance to vulnerable individuals and families across the country, recognising the government’s efforts while emphasising the need for urgent measures to reduce citizens’ suffering.

He said, “Given the current challenges in the country, the Atum Humanitarian and Charitable Initiative has decided to assist Nigerians who are struggling with poverty by raising N500 million to help two million people.

“The hunger is severe, and the rising fuel prices have only added to the hardships. Many people can no longer afford to feed themselves properly.

“I urge those of us with NGOs to unite and support our communities. We also call on the government to take measures to alleviate the suffering in our nation.

“While we acknowledge that the government is doing its best and that many initiatives were in place before this administration took over, we still urge them to work towards reducing the hardships faced by citizens.

“We appeal to other well-off Nigerians to step forward during this critical time; the people need your support now more than ever.

“It is essential for the wealthy to share their resources and assist those in need. Additionally, we call on business leaders and politicians not to hoard their wealth in bank accounts while the populace suffers.”