BUA Foods, ASR Africa donate N10m, foodstuffs to widows

BUA Foods in collaboration with Abdul Samad Rabiu Initiative for Africa has donated some of its products and N10m as a grant to widows in Lagos to mark the 2024 International Widows’ Day.

The N10m grant and products were distributed at the International Women Society’s Widows Feast and Empowerment programme in Lagos.

In a statement from the company on Tuesday, ASR Africa, supported by BUA Foods, donated foodstuffs comprising IRS Pasta, IRS semolina, and BUA Rice and N10m to bring relief to widows facing economic hardship.

Speaking on the donation, the Managing Director of BUA Foods, Ayodele Abioye, said, “In our role as a company, we believe that our responsibility extends beyond business. It is about making a meaningful impact on the lives of those around us. Our commitment to corporate social responsibility drives us to engage in initiatives like this, where we can make a tangible difference in the lives of those who need it most.”

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of ASR Africa, Dr Ubon Udoh, stated that the N10m grant was part of ASR Africa’s ongoing efforts to invest in social development as one of its primary focus areas.

He remarked, “The grant is a testament to the commitment of the Chairman of ASR Africa and the BUA Group to improve the livelihoods and welfare of Nigerians.

“The grant, which will be distributed to widows in partnership with IWS, is aimed at bringing relief to the beneficiaries while ensuring its relevance and sustainability.”

Also, the Chairperson of the Widows’ Trust Fund of IWS, Mrs Adeola Adebanke, expressed her joy and satisfaction toward the food donation and grant to the organisation by the Chairman of ASR Africa and the BUA Group, Abdul Rabiu.

Some of the widows expressed their appreciation to ASR Africa and BUA Foods’ chairman, for the donation of essential food items, hailing the quality of BUA Foods’ products.

Expressing her gratitude, one of the beneficiaries, Mrs Khadija Rufai, said, “We are overwhelmed with gratitude for ASR Africa for this generous donation of food items to us. This donation will alleviate significant pressure on my household, allowing me to focus on my children’s well-being and education.”

Another widow, Mrs Adebimpe Lanre, added, “This donation of BUA Foods’ product by ASR Africa is a lifesaver for many of us. It will make a huge difference in our households, allowing us to focus on other important needs.”

BUA Foods is one of the food companies listed on the Nigerian stock exchange.