Pukka Logistics and Support Services Ltd., in collaboration with international philanthropists, has extended humanitarian support to Nigerians living with disabilities, distributing food items and sharing words of encouragement in Lagos State.
The outreach event took place at the Centre for Citizens with Disabilities (CCD) office in Opebi, Ikeja, where food relief packages were shared with beneficiaries. The initiative is part of a broader campaign launched in March 2024 aimed at addressing hunger and food poverty across the country.
Akingbelu-Banjo, a representative of Pukka Logistics, said the ongoing food outreach project is designed to reach all 774 local government areas in Nigeria, with a focus on underserved and vulnerable populations, including persons with disabilities.
According to her, the initiative is being carried out in collaboration with two international businessmen and philanthropists, Sudeep Ramnani and Jai Mahtani, whose support has been instrumental in reaching thousands of Nigerians since the programme began.
“This effort is part of our commitment to supporting the Nigerian government’s fight against hunger and food insecurity,” said Akingbelu-Banjo. “We are inspired by the resilience of Nigerians and remain committed to making a positive impact, one community at a time.”
At the event, beneficiaries received food items and listened to messages of hope and encouragement. For many of them, the intervention came at a critical time, amid rising food prices and economic challenges across the country.
Speaking on behalf of the Centre for Citizens with Disabilities, Ms. Florence Austin expressed gratitude to the organisers for including people with disabilities in their humanitarian mission.
“We are deeply grateful for this act of kindness. It is thoughtful, timely, and very much needed,” she said. “We hope this gesture inspires more individuals and organisations to support persons with disabilities, especially at a time like this.”
The initiative reflects a growing trend of private sector-led interventions targeting vulnerable groups in Nigeria. With food insecurity worsening due to inflation, conflict, and climate-related issues, partnerships between local firms and international donors are becoming increasingly important in filling critical gaps in humanitarian relief.
The organisers say they are determined to scale the initiative across more communities in the coming months, ensuring that no one is left behind, regardless of physical ability or location
