Ehen, listen up! You know say our elders na the real OG’s, abi? Well, the Lagos First Lady, Mrs. Claudiana Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, and Orunsi WellCare Foundation, dem join body to throw the baddest party for our grandpas and grandmas. It wasn’t just any party; it was a whole day dedicated to showing our elders some serious love and respect. Let’s dive into how this amazing day went down!
- Free Medical Check-Ups: Elders get free health checks to make sure they are fit and strong.
- Chow Time: Plenty of food was served, making sure everyone was well fed and happy.
- Interactive Session: The First Lady talked with our elders, showing that their voice matters.
- Lagos Tour: Our elders were taken around Lagos to see all the cool places, and enjoy iconic landmarks.
A Day Out with the Elderly: More Than Just Fun
The event, which went down at Johnson Jakande Tinubu (JJT) Park in Alausa, was all about making our elderly folks feel special. Imagine a day filled with free food, medical check-ups, and plenty of love – that’s what the Orunsi WellCare Foundation and the First Lady’s office put together. Mrs. Sanwo-Olu herself was there, showing our elders that they haven’t been forgotten.
Why This Matters
According to Mrs. Sanwo-Olu, our elders deserve to be celebrated. She pointed out that in other countries, older people get benefits like free healthcare and allowances. She said we need to hustle to make sure our elders get the same treatment here. She also praised the Ministry of Youth and Social Development for their work, and bigged up Orunsi WellCare Foundation for their amazing efforts.
The Real Talk From The Organisers
Dr. Ademola Gureje, the main guy for logistics at Orunsi WellCare Foundation, said that this event was created to fight the neglect and isolation that our elders often face. They gathered participants from government and private care homes, making sure that those aged 65 and older could come and enjoy themselves. This event was the first of its kind, and dem plan to make it bigger, spreading the love to elders from all over.
Voices From The Ground
Mrs. Olayemi Oyedepo, a retired civil servant from the Center for Happy Elderly People (CHEP), couldn’t stop smiling. She praised the First Lady and begged the government to put more money into elderly care homes. On the other hand, Miss Faith Blessing Christopher, a nurse from Winiseph Care Home, talked about the challenges of working with elders but how rewarding it is to gain their trust and see them come out of their shells.
Elderly Care: Our Cultural Responsibility
The First Lady also talked about how we need to change our ways on how we see care homes for the elderly. As things change, we have to adapt to take better care of our elders. Make una no forget say, our elders na our heritage, and we must always show dem love and respect.
What’s Next?
This event is a big step, but we need to do more. We need better care homes, more programs to support our elders, and a whole lot more love and respect. Let’s make sure our grandpas and grandmas always feel like the kings and queens that they are!
So, wetin you dey wait for? Share this tori with everyone and let’s make Nigeria a better place for our elders!
