UBA Foundation donates food, relief items to elderly, children in Lagos

UBA Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, has extended support to vulnerable groups in Lagos through its charity outreach programme.

According to a statement, the foundation visited So-Said Charity Homes Community and SOS Children’s Village, where it distributed essential food items, including bags of rice, beans, and other staples, to the elderly, children, and other vulnerable residents.

Alero Ladipo, UBA’s group head of marketing and corporate communications, said the initiative reflects the foundation’s commitment to giving back to communities.

“The elderly and children are among the most vulnerable in society, and it is our responsibility to support them in any way we can,” Ladipo said.

Felicia Martins, the chief executive officer (CEO) of So-Said Charity Homes, expressed gratitude for the donation, describing it as timely and impactful.

“We are deeply thankful to UBA Foundation for remembering us and putting smiles on the faces of our residents. These donations will go a long way in providing much-needed relief, especially in these challenging times,” Martins said.

Also, Ayodeji Adelopo, programme director at SOS Children’s Village, lauded UBA Foundation’s consistent support for orphaned and vulnerable children.

“This donation will help ensure that the children under our care have access to nutritious meals and other essentials. We appreciate this act of kindness,” Adelopo said.

Bola Atta, the foundation’s managing director, said UBA remains committed to driving positive change through education, empowerment, environmental sustainability, and other community-focused programmes.

“We remain steadfast in our mission to uplift communities through education, empowerment, environment and other programmes,” Atta said.

“Our various outreaches demonstrate our commitment towards making a difference in the society.”

UBA Foundation has a track record of philanthropic initiatives across Africa, including scholarships, healthcare support, and poverty alleviation programmes.