In a joint effort, the Rotary Club of Abuja Lugbe FHA Estate and the Webmark Empowerment Foundation have joined hands to initiate a Tree Planting Project in the Dafara Community within the Kuje Area Council.
Engr. Tunmise Adepoju, the President of Webmark Foundation, emphasized the strong bond they share with the community. As a testament to this partnership, they generously contributed 100 trees to the community.
He explained that “this endeavor aimed to replace, enhance, and preserve the environment due to their history of cordial interactions.
“This initiative signifies just the beginning of Webmark Foundation’s commitment. After planting 40 trees in the Karshi community and 30 in the Gurku community, they have planted 100 more in the Dafara community. They have embraced Dafara as their own and have planned a variety of projects beyond tree planting, including Solar Powered Street Lights, a Solar Powered Borehole, Health Center Renovation, Rural Health Outreaches, and Education/Literacy and Skill Acquisition Programs”.
The president of the Rotary Club, Rotarian Adetundun Ayeni expressed gratitude for the partnership and emphasized the global importance of tree planting for pollution control and fresh air.
She said tree planting is a project recognised worldwide in other to fight against pollution and for free fresh for all.
She mentioned that Rotary International is actively considering the renovation initiative for the health center within the Dafara community. The goal is to explore collaborative possibilities with the Webmark Foundation to ensure the successful realization of the renovation efforts.
In conclusion, Mrs. Ugochinyere Alukwe, the Programme Coordinator of the Webmark Foundation, conveyed heartfelt gratitude to the Rotary Club team. She extended her appreciation to key members including Rotarian Dorothy Ossai, Chairperson of Polio initiatives, Rotarian ‘Bosun Gbiye, Chairman of Public Image, and Rotarian Gbemisola Adeniyi.
