In commemoration of International Women’s Day, the Abuja Metropolitan Lions Club, District 404-A2, extended its outreach to the Medium Custodial Centre, Keffi, offering humanitarian assistance and securing the release of 10 inmates held due to inability to meet bail conditions.
The delegation, led by Lion Hadiza Abutu Ibrahim, 1st vice President, on behalf of its President, Lion Oluyomi Coker, was warmly received by the Officer-In-Charge, Mr Mustapha Barau, and the Chief Superintendent of Corrections, who commended the club for its intervention. The visit, aimed at improving the well-being of the Inmates, featured a lecture on health and wellness delivered by Lion Dr Jamils Abdulwahab on behalf of the Club, She encouraged the inmates to remain positive and embrace personal development while serving their time and beyond.
As part of the outreach, the Lions Club donated essential food supplies and mosquito nets, further underscoring its commitment to humanitarian service. A highlight of the visit was the payment of bail fees for 10 young inmates who had been detained due to their inability to secure legal release.
Barau expressed deep appreciation for the club’s support, describing the intervention as a life-changing gesture that would offer the beneficiaries a fresh start. Following the release formalities, the donated items were distributed among the inmates, ensuring that those still in custody benefited from the outreach. Also in attendance was a senior Lion leader Lion, Charlz Opusunju ( past president and Region chair), who assured Mr Barau of the Lions International Club’s continuous support for those in need; he commended the officers for their dedication and commitment to service.
Our collective effort can make the world a better place, let’s join hands together to serve Humanity in love.
