By Regina Igwebuike
The Hausa community in Amawbia Town, Awka South Local Government Area, erupted in joy as they received special packages from Princess Dr. Jessie Ifeoma Udoka-Menuba, Founder/CEO Queen-Tovah Cares Foundation Int’l.
The gesture was in celebration of her birthday, which she marked in good health and sound mind, attributing her longevity and success to God’s faithfulness and mercies. The packages, which included clothes, soft drinks, and confectioneries, were graciously accepted by the community, who expressed their heartfelt gratitude for her kindness and generosity.
The SouthEast Coordinator of Queen-Tovah Cares Foundation International, Michael Okoye Esq, presented gifts to the Hausa community in recognition of their support for Princess Udoka-Menuba. He conveyed a message from the Princess, expressing her appreciation for their solidarity and acknowledging their request for support on a project they want to embark on, assuring them she will consider it.
Barr. Okoye noted that the Hausa community has received cash gifts numerous times, 100 bags of rice, groundnut oil and other items.
Alhaji Mahmud Sani, the Sarki of Hausa people in Amawbia, expressed gratitude to Princess Udoja-Menuba for her generosity towards the Hausa community. He prayed for her protection, prosperity, good health, and continued strength to do more good works, appreciating her kindness and support.
The Palace Secretary, Salihu Jobdi, expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Princess for her continuous support to the Hausa community. He said that the community prays for her every Friday, wishing her God’s protection, good health, and continued success in her philanthropic endeavors. He commended her kindness and generosity, noting that her impact on the community is deeply appreciated.
Hussaini Babidi, the Imam, also offered a heartfelt prayer for Princess Udoka-Menuba, wishing that her prayers would be answered and her good deeds would continue to be rewarded. He praised her widespread impact, noting that her philanthropic efforts are renowned both in the East and North regions of Nigeria.
Hassan Audu commended the Princess for her selfless service and generosity. He shared his personal experience of benefiting from her Foundation, where he previously received a wrapper which he gave to his wife, bringing her joy. He prayed for her long life, good health, and continued success in her charitable endeavors.
Saidu Ibrahim, Hajiya Godiya Alvan and others who spoke, lauded Princess Dr. Jessie Ifeoma Udoka-Menuba for her consistent care and thoughtfulness toward the Hausa community. They expressed gratitude for the Princess’s generosity and prayed that her resources would never dwindle, wishing her continued blessings and success in all her endeavors.
Note that the Princess had previously gifted wrappers (clothes) and hampers on the streets and Eke Oyibo Market, including the Ugosimba women and Umuada Nimo (her sisters) married in Amawbia.
Regina is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State
