15/05/2026
Restoring Hope, Strengthening Family
International Day of Family 2026
Today, as the world marks the International Day of Families, we are reminded that behind every strong community is a family fighting daily battles, overcoming loss, and holding on to hope for a better tomorrow.
Losing a partner is one of life’s deepest pains. Beyond the emotional grief, many widows and widowers are left with the heavy burden of raising children alone, struggling financially, and trying to rebuild stability for their families.
For many children, the loss of a parent can also mean uncertainty about education, care, and the future.
This is why Centre For Family Empowerment (CFE), in collaboration with FarmersWallet chose to make an impact where it matters most by supporting vulnerable families and helping them regain dignity, stability, and hope.
As part of the and Wallet Social Safety Nets Initiative, grants totaling ₦250,000 were presented to four widows and one widower from Guma, Makurdi , Agatu, and Gwer East Local Government Areas of Benue State to support their and improve the -being of their children.
In another remarkable gesture of compassion, Farmers Wallet also wrote off loans totaling over ₦2 million owed by their late spouses who were beneficiaries of the company’s loan scheme.
This initiative is not just about financial assistance; it is about reminding families that they are not forgotten and that together, we can build resilient homes and healthier communities.
We sincerely appreciate the presence and support of the National Human Rights Commission, Benue State Chapter, as well as the NUGELS Chairmen of Makurdi , Guma and Gwer East for honoring our invitation and for their goodwill messages that encouraged and inspired the beneficiary families.
We are proud of this meaningful step and hopeful that this empowerment initiative will continue yearly, reaching more vulnerable families across Benue State and beyond.
