Gilbert Ekugbe
The Federal Government has been urged to make food security and practical welfare support for elderly Nigerians two clear national priorities, as growing numbers of older citizens in rural and low-income communities struggle with hunger and isolation.
In a statement on Thursday, philanthropist Ben Edem urged initiatives such as local food banks for the elderly in society.
He observed that while many humanitarian programmes focus on children, youth and families, elderly people are often left out.
“Many of them worked hard all their lives but can no longer earn enough to feed themselves. Some have lost their spouses or children. Others live with relatives who are also struggling financially,” he said.
To Ben, this is a quiet humanitarian crisis that many people prefer not to talk about.
He said the food bank initiative came from his personal encounters with older people who were going through serious hardship.
“Instead of
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