Northern Governors wives supported less privileged to mark International Day of charity.

From A. A Chakwa Gusau

The Zamfara State, First Lady Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal in collaboration with the Northern Governors’ Wives Forum, marked the 2025 International Day of Charity with an outreach to vulnerable groups in Zamfara.

Hajiya Hurriya Dauda Lawal distributed food items and cash in Gusau metropolis targeting elderly and less privileged.

The Zamfara State first lady Hajiya Hurriya represented by Hajiya Hadiza Abubakar Senior Special Assistant on Women Mobilisation, said:

“Charity is more than to give out, it is about restoring dignity, strengthening community ties. In a world full of challenges, our generosity must move faster to reach those who need it most.” Hadiza said.

She further reaffirmed her commitment to supporting marginalized groups through consistent and impactful interventions, stressing that true charity is rooted in empathy, compassion and continuity.

Hajiya Hadiza said, collaboration between the Northern Governors’ Wives Forum and the Huriyya Dauda Lawal Initiative demonstrates the power of collective action in uplifting vulnerable populations.

The First Lady also commended the Forum’s dedication to strengthening humanitarian support across the northern region.

Beneficiaries expressed deep gratitude, describing the intervention as both timely and reassuring.

The annual event, was the International Day of Charity underscores the global importance of philanthropy in reducing poverty, fostering social solidarity, and building inclusive communities.

A statement by Senior Special Adviser Media/Press Secretary of the first lady Hajiya Rabi Yusuf said, the Zamfara outreach reflects the belief that compassion, when matched with purposeful action, can transform lives and strengthen society.

Items distributed included bags of rice, cartons of noodles, sugar,vegetable oil and cash donations aimed at providing relief and sustenance to those most in need.

The themed of this year’s celebration is “Speeding Global Generosity and Strengthening Community Support.