Fellow Nigerians,
Humanity requires that we stand-up for one another whenever occasion demands. Earlier today, I posted photos of a certain man that sells doughnut around the Uyo metropolis in Akwa Ibom State.
I was moved by two factors: the first was the fact that despite his age, the man is going about under the scorching sun selling to cater for himself and his family. The second was his unique mode of dressing which portrays him as a clean and polished Nigerian that belives in the aphorism that there is dignity in labour.
This propelled me to seek after the identity of the man. I have finally gotten in contact with him and his particulars are as follows:
His name is Mr. Lawrence-White Etim Udoka, an indigene of Etim Ekpo LGA of Akwa Ibom State. He was born on February 22, 1972 (44 yrs of age). He is married with two children (male and female). Mr. Udoka is presently a 200 level student of the Department of Political Science Education in the School of Continuing Education, University of Uyo. His daughter is presently a student of the Department of Public Administration, University of Uyo. Mr. Udoka's wife and son are based in Lagos State where he used to stay before he gained admission into the University of Uyo. He used to do this same business in Lagos before his return to Akwa Ibom State.
Please note that it is from the meagre profit that Mr. Udoka makes from selling doughnuts (puff puff) that he uses to sponsor himself and his daughter in the university. It is also from his modest profit that he feeds and caters for his wife and other family responsibilities.
I have decided to support his business, family and education with some financial resources. Please join me. No amount is too small or too big. Our strength lies in our unity and sense of brotherhood. Do not listen to the words of the cynics who will never see anything good in this type of humanitarian endeavour. Like in previous occasions, I will not accept or take one kobo from whatever assistance anyone may give to Mr. Udoka.
People like Mr. Udoka offers hope for our nation. He is a role model and deserves our support. By supporting him, others will appreciate that entrepreneurship and self-development are worthy causes. He has proven that dreams and ambitions are never too big for those who dare to dream.
With the express approval and consent of Mr. Udoka, please send, transfer or deposit your assistance to the Account details below:
BANK: ECO BANK
ACCT/NAME: LAWRENCE ETIM UDOKA WHITE
ACC/NO:1013006291
ACCT/TYPE: SAVINGS.
N/B:
After sending your assistance to the above account (which belongs to Mr. Udoka), kindly send an sms to 07016358381 stating your name (it will not be disclosed) and the amount. I just want to keep track of the donations. I intend to declare the total amount donated in due course.
Mr. Udoka has prayed that "God should bless everyone tremendously".
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May God replenish you. Thank you.
signed:
Inibehe Effiong, ESQ.
Convener, Coalition of Human Rights Defenders (COHRD)
9/12/2016.
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