In its bid to cushion hardship among the less privileged, the Zamfara State branch of Fidelity Bank Plc has distributed over 3,000 food items to vulnerable households in Gusau, the state capital.

The donation was made under the bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Initiative created to reach out to vulnerable persons and reduce the effect of hunger in society.

Speaking at the event on Monday, the bank’s Regional Head, North West 2, Muhammad Ahijo, said: “The Fidelity Food Bank Initiative is aimed at alleviating the hardship experienced by many in the face of current economic challenges in the country.

“At Fidelity Bank, we recognise the importance of supporting and empowering communities to grow and prosper and we believe that by investing in the well-being of the communities where we operate, we contribute to the creation of a better society for all.

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“We firmly believe that by addressing the root causes of poverty and alleviating hunger, we can make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need. And in light of this, Fidelity Bank has donated 3,000 food packs to vulnerable families in the state, to help them get through these tough times.”

Applauding the initiative by Fidelity Bank, Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Mukhtar Lugga, said: “We are grateful for the kind gesture from Fidelity Bank in providing support to vulnerable households and less privileged families in our community.

“This is coming at a time when people cannot afford a meal before and during the holy month of Ramadan.”

On his part, the Accountant General of Zamfara State, Ali-Akilu Muhammad, thanked the bank for its generosity and urged other banks operating in the state to emulate the bank’s gesture by providing succour to the less privileged families in the state.

Idris Salisu

The Star