The Chairman of Junic Group of Companies and founder of the Junic Foundation, Elder Acho Nonyalim, has reaffirmed his commitment to poverty eradication and youth empowerment by presenting vocational equipment to two young women from Isieke community in Igbuzo, Oshimili North Local Government Area of Delta State.
The beneficiaries, Miss Awele Nonyalim and Miss Awele Ojei, received complete sets of sewing machines, a power generator, fabrics, fashion design materials, and comprehensive hairdressing equipment to enable them establish and grow sustainable businesses.
The empowerment programme, facilitated through the Isieke Youths Association, forms part of Elder Nonyalim’s ongoing efforts to promote entrepreneurship, reduce unemployment, and encourage self-reliance among youths and women in the community.
Widely regarded as a philanthropist with a passion for community development, Elder Nonyalim established the Junic Foundation to equip young people with practical vocational skills and provide the resources needed to become financially independent and productive members of society.
Speaking during the presentation ceremony, Bishop Peter Anene Abiagom commended Elder Nonyalim for his unwavering generosity and dedication to improving the lives of the less privileged.Â
He prayed for God’s continued protection, good health, and abundant blessings upon the benefactor, stressing that “a giver never lacks.”
Bishop Abiagom, who formally presented the equipment to the beneficiaries on behalf of Elder Nonyalim, urged them to maximise the opportunity by remaining committed to their chosen vocations and building successful careers.
Also speaking, Prince Charles Inugonum, representing his father, the Most Senior Diokpa of Umuekea, Diokpa Augustine Inugonum, encouraged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the equipment and strive towards financial independence.
In his remarks, Elder Nonyalim reiterated his resolve to continue empowering more youths across Isieke and the wider Igbuzo community.Â
He called on well-meaning sons and daughters of Igbuzo to partner in the fight against poverty by investing in education, skills acquisition, and entrepreneurship.
According to him, empowering young people remains one of the most effective ways to secure a prosperous future for the community.
“I will continue to touch the lives of our youths, widows, and the elderly. Together, we can reduce poverty and create opportunities that will improve the standard of living of our people,” he said.
Community members who attended the event applauded Elder Nonyalim’s sustained philanthropic efforts, describing the empowerment initiative as a practical demonstration of visionary leadership, compassion, and an enduring commitment to community development.
The initiative is expected to provide the beneficiaries with the tools and confidence needed to build sustainable businesses, improve their livelihoods, and contribute meaningfully to the socio-economic development of Igbuzo.
