By Cajetan Mmuta, Awka
The Labour Party (LP) gubernatorial aspirant ahead of 2025 election in Anambra State, Mr. Val Ozigbo through his VCO Foundation, has expressed commitment to support the Holy Childhood Association at St Joseph Catholic Church, Amesi town in Aguata Local government area of the state.
The event coincides with the maiden pastoral visit of His Eminence, Cardinal Peter Ebere Okpaleke, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Ekwulobia during the confirmation of 100 young Catholic faithful, provided ample opportunity for Ozigbo to shower his philanthropic gestures on the needy.
He said that, “Supporting these young members of our church community aligns perfectly with the VCO Foundation’s mission of empowering youth and fostering dignity”.
The LP governorship hopeful said, “We are honoured to partner with the church in ensuring that every child can participate fully in church and academic activities”.
During a service, which included the confirmation of the100 young Catholics, Cardinal Okpaleke’s interaction with the Holy Childhood Association revealed that several children lacked proper uniforms due to financial constraints.
The Cardinal had initially pledged to provide fabric rolls for the children but, Ozigbo in his magnanimity through the VCO Foundation, stepped forward with a comprehensive solution, committing to provide uniforms for all the remaining children in need.
The foundation’s swift response to this need exemplifies its dedication to community service and youth development.
Mr Ozigbo also took the opportunity to congratulate and encourage the newly confirmed young Catholics, emphasising the importance of their spiritual journey and well being for future growth.
His Eminence, Cardinal Okpaleke, commended the foundation’s generous intervention, noting how it embodied the Christian spirit of community support and charitable giving.
The initiative is expected to benefit dozens of children from the Holy Childhood Association, providing them with proper uniforms for their church activities.
The Valentine Chineto Ozigbo (VCO) Foundation, was established in 2015, as a leading Nigerian non profit organization focused on youth empowerment and sustainable development.
It has impacted over 100,000 lives through programs spanning youth development, entrepreneurship, women empowerment, leadership training, and cultural preservation.
The foundation has invested over N400 million in business grants, technology scholarships, and implemented numerous successful initiatives including sports championships, leadership conferences, and COVID-19 relief efforts reaching various communities across Anambra State.
