The grand event which witnessed a large turnout of dignitaries, saw some renowned personalities namely Group Managing Director, First Bank, Bisi Onasanya, Senator Gbenga Ashafa, Chief Bode Akindele, Chairman Masandola group, throwing their weights behind Indomie with similar support, donating N2.25million, N500,000, and N1million, respectively in their personal capacities.
With the emergence of this year’s set of winners, a total of 21 winners have now been rewarded over the 7 year period.
While giving his welcome address, the Group Managing Director, Dufil Prima Foods, Mr Deepak Singhal, said the seventh edition of the landmark event which coincides with the 2014 International Day of the Girl Child is targeted at identifying, recognising and rewarding children, who have done well in distinguishing themselves by carrying out exemplary heroic acts that have touched the lives of others positively.
“This event is noteworthy as it seeks to fill the gap that exists in celebrating and rewarding the positive efforts, strong character, and achievements of many young children who have exhibited various acts of courage and heroism at one time or the other within the country”.
According to Singhal, Dufil Prima Foods identified this gap in 2008 and decided to take up the challenge by not only recognizing these young heroes, but also providing scholarship opportunities for these children whose actions have touched lives in their immediate communities and beyond,”.
Singhal continued saying, the success of this event over the past 7 years, proves that it is indeed a landmark Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative needed for the developmental growth of the Nigerian child.
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