The CEO of Arnold and Associates, Arnold Ekweoba, on Sunday gifted a widow, Philomena Ubaka, and her children a two-bedroom bungalow furnished to taste.
The Ubaka family had lived in a hut until providence brought hope to them about two years ago through a non-governmental organisation, Restore a Radiant Smile Foundation, which facilitated the new building.
Handing over the keys of the building to the widow, Ekweoba said, “A foundation approached me with the woman’s story sometime last year.
“I accepted the request and approved the construction of a befitting two-bedroom bungalow for the woman and her children. I have never met this family before and I’m grateful to God for using me to elevate their standards of living.
“What we are doing here today (Sunday) is a divine mandate. I derive motivation in impacting lives positively. We will continue replicating these humanitarian efforts as the spirit directs.”
The Founder of the NGO, Victor Chinyeaka, described the project as fulfilling, saying “My partner, Mr Victor Ugwuegu, and I were moved with tears seeing the deplorable state of the woman’s shelter during one of our outreaches in the state in 2017.
“We couldn’t believe a human being would be sheltered in such a place. We didn’t have the wherewithal, but we prayed to God to grant us the opportunity to bring succour to her and her family.
“It became a burden and in mid-2020, I approached Mr Arnold with the request and he instantly assured me that he would take up the project. Barely six months down the line, here are we.
“I can’t thank the benefactor enough. He is a young man, whose love for humanity is unparalleled. I remain grateful and loyal to him.”
The traditional ruler of the Ebenebe community, Igwe Chris Nnaegbuna, described the gesture as uncommon and prayed to God to bless and elevate the benefactor.
Receiving the keys to the house, Ubaka, who danced alongside friends and well-wishers, showered praises on the benefactor.
She said, “Today, I strongly re-affirm my belief in God. No time is late for God to bless anybody and I’m a living witness to this. I’m really short of words, but all I can say is that God, who remembers the widow, will never forsake Mr Arnold, his friends and family.” (Punch)