Hundreds of children, who were mostly Muslims in the society have benefited from Onua Foundation Sallah Feast in Accra.
The children turned out in their numbers at the National Mosque to make merry on the first evert Sallah Feast organized by Onua Foundation, a subsidiary of Media General Limited.
The initiative forms part of Onua brands Corporate Social Responsibility to its cherished viewers and listeners.
The children were fed with assorted softy drinks, food and made merry. There were chorographic performances from children from the National Mosque.
The Director for Onua Foundation, Abu Issa Monnie during his opening remarks said, “with your incredible support, we have cooked for over 2,000 deserving individuals, ensuring no one leaves hungry”.
“Beyond the meals, our playground is buzzing with activities and games, designed to bring smiles to the faces of our young guests”, he added.
Mr. Monnie said “this event embodies the spirit of compassion and generosity that defines our foundation and the Office of the National Chief Imam. Thank you to our volunteers, donors, and participants for making this day possible”.
“Let’s create lasting memories and spread kindness, making a positive impact on our communities. Together, we are stronger and capable of making meaningful change. We pray for a peaceful event and ask Allah to bless our day. Asalamu Alaikum”, he added.
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama is one of the key people who contributed towards the programme.
His former Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Mustapha Abubakar, speaking on his behalf at the event lauded Onua brand for organizing the programme to cater for the less privileged.
He said the former President was touched by the gesture to support the event. Mr. Abubakar said all the fingers are not equal so the former President will be willing to support such programmes in order to support the less privileged in society.
He urged the privileged in society to support such initiatives.
The event was sponsored by:
- Office of the Former President, John Dramani Mahama
- Independent Presidential Candidate, George Twum Barima
- Sankofa Natural Spices
- Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG)
- Stanbic Bank
- Federated Commodities
- National Petroleum Authority (NPA)
- Shinefeel Ghana Limited, producers of Wippy and Angel Cloud Tissues
- JW Foods Limited, producer of Wintiz Gari Mix
- Barshok Auto Services
- Japan Medical Centre, located at Joma, Ablekuma
- Fredrich Optical and Eye Services, located at Dome
- Superior Ladies ikon Allah (provided 1000 packs of meals and drinks)
- Lady Aisha Kitchen, North Kaneshie Swanlake (prepared 1000 packs of food)
- GIG Energy Drink
- Awake Mineral Water
- Ice drop Mineral Water
- Special Ice Mineral Water
- Blue Financial Services (Provide school bags for the children)
- Gilsan Manufacturing Company Limited, producers of Ivy’s antiseptic
- Naz Sunflower Cooking Oil
- Hajia Rahina
- Alhaji Abdul Rahaman
- Esi-Dotes Catering
- Cowbell (provided Play items for Children – huge bouncy castles)
- AND ALL OUR LISTENERS AND VIEWERS WHO DONATIVED CASH/MOMO
- Onua foundation, Onua TV and Onua FM together with the office of the National chief imam, appreciate donations and Support towards the special Sallah Feast in honor of the National Chief Imam.
This event was supported by ONUA TV and ONUA 95.1 FM. Onua Foundation. Boafo Pa.