Family of late APC chieftain, Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, marks one-year memorial with charitable initiatives

The family of the late All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Chief Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, led by his wife, Mrs. Bose Ojougboh, commemorated his one-year memorial anniversary with a series of charitable activities aimed at continuing his legacy of philanthropy and community service.

The memorial outreach included the donation of school books and bags to pupils of Erigbe Primary School in Agbor, within the Ika South Local Government Area (LGA) of Delta State, where Dr. Ojougboh received his early education.

Additionally, financial assistance was extended to patients at Central Hospital, Agbor, alongside the provision of toiletries, cash, and food supplies to children at the Salve Regina Children’s Home.

These humanitarian efforts were carried out under the auspices of the ‘Dr. Cairo Ojougboh Foundation,’ a family-led initiative established to honor his commitment to education, healthcare, and social welfare.

Speaking at the event, Mrs. Ojougboh reaffirmed the family’s dedication to upholding the ideals of the late APC stalwart, describing him as a man devoted to education and charitable giving.

“We are here to celebrate the life of my husband, Late Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, who passed on a year ago. In his honor, we decided to give back to society. He was a man who valued education and was always willing to help others. It is only fitting that we continue his legacy through acts of generosity,” she stated.

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The first stop was Erigbe Primary School, where the Foundation distributed school bags, writing materials, and food packs to the pupils. The family encouraged the young learners to prioritize their education and aspire to become responsible citizens.

At Central Hospital, Agbor, Mrs. Ojougboh and her team visited medical wards, offering financial aid to patients to assist with their treatment costs. The hospital staff and beneficiaries responded with prayers and expressions of gratitude for the generous support.

The outreach team also made a stop at Salve Regina Children’s Home in Agbor, donating cash, food items, and toiletries to the children. The Matron of the home expressed profound appreciation to the Ojougboh family, commending their unwavering commitment to sustaining the late politician’s legacy of compassion and social impact.

Reflecting on her late husband’s contributions to society, Mrs. Ojougboh emphasized that his generosity and service to humanity would not be forgotten.

“Dr. Cairo was a selfless man who touched many lives. His contributions to the Nigerian political landscape, his impact in Agbor Kingdom, Delta State, and the nation at large, will always be remembered. He may be gone, but his impact will continue to be felt for generations,” she said.

The Dr. Cairo Ojougboh Foundation has pledged to continue supporting education, healthcare, and social welfare initiatives in his memory, ensuring that his vision for a better society lives on.