LAGOS (SUNDIATA POST)- Hallmark of Success Ministries, on Saturday, distributed Bibles, food packs, and Christian animation books to over 250 children in Akute, Ogun, to mark Easter celebrations.
Dr Victor Basola, Senior Pastor of Hallmark of Success Ministries, said the outreach was in partnership with Mission Feed Foundation and Excite Communications.
Basola said the initiative was community-driven, aimed at reducing child hunger and malnutrition by providing food to children aged between five and 12 years.
He explained the ministry’s goal was to establish a sustainable feeding programme that supports children’s nutrition, while fostering their spiritual growth and educational development.
“Our goal is to combat food insecurity by ensuring children have consistent access to nutritious meals that support their growth,” he said.
He added that the programme also improves children’s health, supports learning, and enhances physical and cognitive development for better school performance.
The senior pastor noted the ministry is committed to building stronger communities through sustained efforts in child nutrition and welfare.
“This commitment, alongside the foundation’s proven impact in feeding programmes, keeps us driven to do more,” he added.
Basola explained that beneficiaries are selected following needs assessments with local leaders, schools, and welfare organisations to identify children most in need.
He said: “We prioritise children from low-income homes, orphans, and those in underprivileged or high-risk communities facing food insecurity.”
Basola, who also founded Kingston Free Mission Schools, said the outreach currently supports 250 children within the Akute community.
He expressed hope for expanded collaborations to increase the reach and impact of the initiative in future efforts.
“Each child receives balanced, regular meals, ensuring they are nourished to grow, learn, and thrive,” he stated.
Mabel Olukoya, convener of Mission Feed Foundation, said the organisation has supported vulnerable children across communities for the past eight years.
She said ‘FEED’ stands for Feeding, Education, Equipping, and Developing children for a brighter future.
“We teach them God’s word, believing every child has divine purpose and that God cares deeply for their lives,” she said.
Olukoya added that their mission also brings salvation, healing, and wholeness to children as future leaders in society.
She explained the team was led by God to Akute to bless the children with Bibles, food, and other gifts.
Mrs Kelechi Akindele, wife of traditional ruler of Akute, thanked the organisers for bringing the initiative to the community.
She expressed joy that Akute is gaining attention and positive development during the reign of the current Oba.
Akindele encouraged the children to live righteously and shun behaviours that might endanger their future.
She urged them to reflect on the true meaning of Easter and embrace Christ as taught during the event.
She reminded them to always remember the birth, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ in their daily lives. (NAN)
