IMO BASED PHILANTHROPIST DONATES CAR TO PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED PERSONS

By Kizito Duru & Lancelot Obiaku

December 28, 2016, was a day to remember for members of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAP), Isiala Mbano Chapter, Imo State, who were on the receiving end of an extra ordinary magnanimity exhibited by one Mr Ogemdi Ibeawuchi, a young businessman and a good spirited Nigerian.

The physically challenged persons were presented with food items, cash gifts and motivational books by their benefactor who also promised to donate a brand new Bus to the association, much to their joy and excitement.

Speaking, Chairman of the association, Mr Kelechi Ukachu reckoned that the gesture was unprecedented for them. He said that it was unlike several occasions when politicians used them to play politics with empty promises. He thanked Mr Ogemdi Ibeawuchi, popularly called Ogidi Mbano, for his show of genuine love and compassion towards them without any political mindset.

Also speaking, a member of the association, Mr Ndubueze Ikeji, hailed Mr Ibeawuchi as "Hope of the Hopeless", saying that his gesture has raised their spirits and given them hope in this festive period.

Responding, Mr Ogemdi Ibeawuchi assured the disabled persons that he will continue to support them. The Philanthropist who pledged to answer them anytime they call on him, also promised to buy the association any brand new Bus of their choice.

Highlight of the event was when the group prayed fervently and emotionally to God to protect and shower his blessings on their benefactor.

The event took place at Mr Ogemdi Ibeawuchi's country home at Eziama in Isiala Mbano LGA of Imo State.