From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja
Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Christian Pilgrim Commission ( NCPC), Reverend Yakubu Pam has hailed the first lady, Remi Tinubu, for donating N500m to 500 families affected by violent conflicts in Plateau State.
Pam, in a statement, on Saturday, said the first lady’s gesture was an “an exemplary demonstration of Christian values of charity and humility”, that is worth emulating.
The NCPC boss noted that it was not about the sum involved, but the show of empathy, sense of commitment and the humility of the first lady going there to identify with the 500 families , drawn from across six local government areas of Plateau State.
According to him, Mrs Tinubu’s commitment to humanity transcends politics, just as her selflessness in reaching out to those in need is truly commendable.
Pam added that the Senator Oluremi Tinubu has continued to justify her antecedent as a committed Christian whose life of service and empathy for others reflect great leadership.
He said “Your ( First Lady) words of encouragement to the affected families, urging them not to lose hope and to have faith in God, are a source of strength and solace in their time of distress and your leadership as the Chairperson of Renewed Hope Initiative Foundation is a shining beacon of hope, demonstrating that faith without works is indeed dead.
“I am also deeply moved by the commendation of the State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, who described you as “a very compassionate leader who has a passion for humanity’: may your unwavering commitment to Christian charity continue to inspire others to follow in your footsteps and be agents of positive change in our society.
“Furthermore, your emphasis on judicious use of the resources and the call to be their brother’s keepers by sharing with other families who were not selected showcases your wisdom and understanding of the Christian principle of stewardship. “