Kano, Nigeria – September 9, 2024 – In a significant milestone, the ECK Foundation, in partnership with the Kano State Government, has successfully launched a feeding program aimed at providing healthy meals to Almajiri pupils.
The initiative, which kicked off today, seeks to address the nutritional needs of Almajiri children in Kano State, who often face challenges in accessing basic necessities like food. The ECK Foundation’s intervention is expected to alleviate hunger and malnutrition, enabling these children to focus on their education and reach their full potential.
Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu Kalu, founder of the ECK Foundation, expressed his commitment to supporting vulnerable children, saying, “We are dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of these young learners.”
The Kano State Government has welcomed the partnership, acknowledging the urgent need to address the nutritional gap that hinders the cognitive development and health of Almajiri children.
With this feeding program, the ECK Foundation has demonstrated its selfless commitment to humanitarian causes, inspiring hope for a brighter future for Almajiri children in Kano State
