In the heart of Delta State, where the struggles of daily life have been exacerbated by the recent economic shifts, a light ray of hope seems to have illuminated the abodes of some indigent families in the slums.
This hope comes in the form of the Sly Foundation, led by its compassionate founder, Sylvester Omobor, as he led his team to distribute food items including rice, beans, garri, yam and bread.
For years, Omobor's foundation has been committed to alleviating the hardships faced by the residents of Delta State, particularly those in remote areas who are often overlooked by mainstream support systems.
The Sly foundation's recent outreach programme, aptly titled "Street-to-Street," exemplifies Omobor's hands-on approach to philanthropy. Amid the worsening economic conditions triggered by the removal of fuel subsidies, the foundation embarked on a mission to distribute food items to families in remote areas. The initiative aimed to lighten the excruciating economic pain and bring a semblance of normalcy to lives disrupted by economic policies beyond their control.
With trucks loaded with essential food items, Omobor and his team traveled from village to village, ensuring that no community was left behind. The food packages were thoughtfully curated to last for an extended period, providing not just immediate relief but also a buffer against future uncertainties.
Among the numerous beneficiaries of the foundation's benevolence was 76-year old Emmanuel Osio, projected. Osio, together with his family, lives in a one-room rickety apartment in the Edjeba community area, Ughelli, Delta State. Osio, who was full of thanks for the nonprofit organisation, asked to know if it was a religious or government owned initiative, to have deserved being remembered.