My People First Foundation Aids Makoko Residents with Supplies

The My People First Foundation, a Kogi-based non-governmental organization, distributed hundreds of mosquito nets and raincoats to residents of Makoko, a riverine community in Lagos State. This humanitarian intervention aimed to improve the welfare of residents and address challenges related to mosquito exposure and mobility during the rainy season.

The initiative followed an assessment of living conditions in the area, where many residents rely on fishing, trading, and water transportation for their livelihoods. Hajiya Aishat Oyiza Omade, the founder and Director-General and Chief Executive Officer of the Kogi State Social Investment Programme Agency, presented the items and commended the community's resilience and entrepreneurial spirit.

She assured residents that the foundation would return to identify further needs and provide additional assistance. Baba Jeje, the Baale of Makoko, expressed gratitude for the support, noting that few organizations venture into the heart of Makoko to address local challenges.