By Rita Okoye
The Reach Foundation Nigeria, in partnership with Afro-fusion sensation, Burna Boy, celebrated a remarkable achievement with the successful unveiling of the renovated Cheshire Home in Borikiri, Port Harcourt.
The event served as a testament to the transformative power of collective action in revitalizing essential community institutions.
Cheshire Home has long stood as a bastion of support for physically challenged individuals in Port Harcourt and its environs. Over time, neglect and inadequate maintenance had dimmed its functionality and support capacity. Recognizing the urgent need for intervention, The Reach Foundation Nigeria, alongside Burna Boy, launched an ambitious renovation project in July 2023 to breathe new life into the facility. The unveiling ceremony was a joyous occasion, attended by esteemed guests, community leaders, volunteers, and beneficiaries. The highlight of the event was the official unveiling, gracefully performed by Mr. Sam Ogulu, father of Burna Boy, symbolizing the Ogulu family’s unwavering commitment to community empowerment and upliftment.
Burna Boy, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to contribute to such a meaningful endeavour, saying, “It is a privilege to be part of efforts to restore hope and dignity to the physically challenged individuals in our community.”