The family of the late All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Chief Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, has marked his one-year memorial anniversary with a series of charitable activities aimed at honoring his legacy of philanthropy and community service.
Leading the initiative, his widow, Mrs. Bose Ojougboh, spearheaded donations to schools, hospitals, and orphanages in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area (LGA) of Delta State, where Dr. Ojougboh had his early education.
The outreach, carried out under the Dr. Cairo Ojougboh Foundation, included the donation of school bags and books to pupils of Erigbe Primary School, financial assistance to patients at Central Hospital, Agbor, and the provision of food items, cash, and toiletries to children at Salve Regina Children’s Home.
Speaking during the event, Mrs. Ojougboh emphasized her family’s commitment to preserving the ideals of the late APC leader, describing him as a firm believer in education and social welfare.
“We are here to celebrate the life of my husband, Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, who passed on a year ago. In his honor, we decided to give back to society. He was a man who valued education and was always ready to help others. It is only right that we continue his legacy through acts of generosity,” she said.
During the visit to Erigbe Primary School, where Dr. Ojougboh received his early education, the Foundation distributed school bags, writing materials, and food packs to the pupils. The family encouraged the children to focus on their studies and become responsible citizens.
At Central Hospital, Agbor, Mrs. Ojougboh and her team moved through the medical wards, offered financial assistance to patients to help with their treatment costs. The hospital staff and beneficiaries expressed their gratitude, offering prayers in appreciation of the kind gesture.
The outreach team also visited Salve Regina Children’s Home, donating cash, food supplies, and toiletries. The Matron of the home commended the Ojougboh family for sustaining the late politician’s legacy of compassion and social impact.
Reflecting on her late husband’s contributions to society, Mrs. Ojougboh reaffirmed the family’s commitment to upholding his values.
“Dr. Cairo was a selfless man who touched many lives. His contributions to the Nigerian political landscape and his mark in Agbor, Delta State, and beyond will always be remembered. Though he is no longer with us, his impact will continue to be felt for generations to come,” she said.
The Dr. Cairo Ojougboh Foundation has pledged to continue supporting education, healthcare, and social welfare initiatives in his memory, ensuring that his vision for a better society lives on.
