By Correspondent in Magongo.
Prince Jordan Alaba Akpata (middle), President of Magongo Development Association,MDA, flanked by part-time teachers and the representative of Dr.Joachim Daudu,Mr David Salihu Ojule,left in group photograph at the occasion on Tuesday.
Magongo community in Ogori/Magongo Local Government Area of Kogi State was on Tuesday filled with excitement and gratitude as Dr. Engineer Joachim Daudu, an illustrious son of the land, extended yet another wave of empowerment and humanitarian support to his people.
Our correspondent reports that the empowerment programme, which focused on uplifting less-privileged women engaged in petty trades such as bread, akara, maize, and tomatoes, provided them with financial support to strengthen their businesses.
The gesture, according to community members, would go a long way in helping beneficiaries achieve self-reliance, improved livelihoods, and restored self-worth.
Represented at the event by his coordinator, Mr. David Salihu Ojolule, popularly known as Fire Fire, Dr. Joachim reaffirmed his commitment to raising the standard of living in Magongo through consistent empowerment and infrastructural support.
As part of his ongoing contributions to education in the community, Dr.Joachim is currently sponsoring the education of 30 students in both junior and senior secondary schools.
In addition, he honored 10 part-time teachers of Magongo Community Secondary School, providing them with honoraria for the 2024/2025 academic session.
He has also fully paid their salaries ahead of the 2025/2026 session,a gesture described as momentous and uncommon in the community’s history.
Speaking at the event, the President of Magongo Development Association, Prince Akpata Jordan Alaba, hailed Dr.Joachim as “a unique and pious son whose passion for the less privileged and commitment to the growth of Magongo remain unmatched.”
He expressed deep appreciation for Dr.Joachim’s sacrifice of time, resources, and energy in uplifting his people, especially women, students, and teachers.
Mr. Michael Paul,who spoke on behalf of the part-time teachers,commended Dr.Joachim for his benevolence, acknowledging that the payment of their salaries and honorarium would not only boost their morale but also ensure greater commitment to their duties.
“We pray for his success in all his endeavors and promise to rededicate ourselves with more zeal to teaching,” he added.
Also speaking, Mrs. Elizabeth Ayodele, who spoke on behalf of the women beneficiaries, said the support came to them as a pleasant surprise and assured that the funds would be judiciously utilized for the intended purposes.
“We have never had it this good. We collectively pray for Dr. Joachim’s continued upliftment and open doors,” she said with joy.
Dr.Joachim Daudu, known for his philanthropic spirit, has over the years demonstrated unwavering commitment to the development of Magongo, with promises to do even more in the provision of infrastructure and community projects.
The empowerment programme has further cemented his reputation as a selfless leader who consistently gives back to his roots and inspires hope among the less privileged in Magongo community.
Edited by Dada Ahmed.
