The member representing Obudu/Bekwarra/Obanliku federal constituency, Hon Peter Akpanke has Celebrated Christmas with Visually impaired persons at St Matthew Catholic Parish Utugwang, Obudu LGA.
This gesture is part of his ongoing efforts to support vulnerable members of his constituency. By celebrating Christmas with them, the MP has put smiles on their faces and gave them a sense of belonging.
The MP alongside with Hon Pius Ashakia and the Parish Priest Rev. Fr.Rogers displayed immeasurable love and uncommon commitment to them, reminding them of their significance to the church and the society, urging them to remain steadfast and continue to show love to one another
The visually impaired persons were elated and thanked the MP for his love towards them, especially for the stipends he has paid them for over a year now. They prayed God to continue to bless Hon Akpanke.
Speaking with TheLumineNews, Hon Akpanke averred that “With the help of Fr Rogers, he identified five visually impaired persons and I have paid stipends to them for the past one year, so this Christmas I decided to meet with them for the first time to celebrate Christmas with them. These set of people hardly get the needed attention from us, so I just needed to give them hope”.