Benin City — The immediate past Governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole and his wife, Lara, Wednesday donated food items and cash to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp in Ohogua, Ovia North East Local Government Area of the state. Oshiomhole who expressed joy that the children were well taken care of, stressed the need for all IDPs' camps in the country to be well equipped with a view to giving the children quality upbringing. Speaking further, an elated Oshiomhole, encouraged the IDPs, especially the children, not to be discouraged by their present situation but rather, remain committed to their education. Oshiomhole and his wife further commended the camp Coordinator, Mr. Solomon Folorunsho, for being able to carry on in spite of the challenges in the country. Responding, the Coordinator of the International Christian Centre, Folorunsho, where the IDPs are kept, appreciated Oshiomhole and his wife for keeping in touch with the IDPs even after leaving office.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 11, 2017 03:56 UTC