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Foundation Supports Indigent Pupils with School Feeding Programme

Foundation Supports Indigent Pupils with School Feeding Programme – THISDAYLIVE

The Oladele Fajemirokun Foundation has introduced an Early Childhood School Feeding Programme in selected public primary schools to ease the burden on low-income families and improve pupils’ school attendance and learning outcomes.

The Executive Director of the foundation, Olawumi Fajemirokun, disclosed this in a statement, explaining that the initiative was introduced after the organisation observed how financial hardship prevented some families from providing their children with adequate nutrition, affecting their education.

According to her, teachers have frequently raised concerns about pupils’ inability to concentrate in class because of hunger and the lack of essential learning materials. These challenges, she said, contribute to low enrolment, absenteeism and truancy.

“History is replete with examples of leaders, intellectual giants and exceptional change-makers who rose from humble beginnings to attain global prominence, with education serving as a powerful catalyst for their transformation and success,” she said.

Through the programme, hundreds of pupils in underserved communities receive nutritious, balanced meals to support their growth and overall well-being.

Fajemirokun said the intervention was helping to address classroom hunger while improving school attendance, concentration and learning outcomes.

“Beyond addressing hunger, the programme is helping children approach learning with renewed energy, improved concentration, and greater enthusiasm for school. Because of this programme, most children now look forward to going to school to learn and to be well fed,” she said.

She stressed that no child should be denied the opportunity to reach their full potential because of hunger, noting that proper nutrition was essential for learning and development.

According to her, well-nourished children are better able to concentrate, participate in classroom activities and achieve their academic potential.

She added that the foundation planned to extend the programme to three additional schools in the new academic session.

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Jobberman Nigeria, Nigeria’s leading career development and recruitment solutions company, has launched ‘Her Next Move’, a campaign designed to empower young Nigerian women with practical skills and confidence to pursue career opportunities and participate more fully in the workforce. 

Through free online training, the initiative supports women aged 18 to 35 as they prepare to enter the workplace, advance into better roles or explore freelance and gig work.

Built around the message ‘Your Future. Your Skills. Your Move’, the campaign places female inclusion at the centre of career development, encouraging women to take an active role in shaping their professional futures. It connects the ambition to progress with an accessible starting point: learning skills that can help women prepare for their next opportunity.

‘Her Next Move’ recognises that career progress looks different for every woman. For a graduate, it may mean preparing for a first job. For a woman already working, it may involve developing the skills to take on greater responsibility or pursue a new role. For another, it may mean understanding how to navigate freelance work and participate in the global gig economy. The campaign brings these aspirations together through a shared emphasis on learning, preparation and action.

This Initiative by Jobberman in partnership with Mastercard Foundation promotes two courses: Jobberman Soft Skills Training and Becoming a Successful Global Gig Worker. Both courses are free, with a free certificate upon successful completion.

Jobberman Soft Skills Training focuses on workplace readiness, helping participants build the professional skills needed to navigate work and prepare for career progression. Becoming a Successful Global Gig Worker introduces participants to the demands and opportunities of freelance and gig work, supporting women interested in exploring career paths beyond traditional employment.

By making the training and certification available at no cost, ‘Her Next Move’ reduces the financial barrier to participation and encourages more young women to invest in their professional development. Its focus extends from raising awareness of learning opportunities to helping participants follow through and complete their chosen course.

To bring the campaign to life, Jobberman is working with young creators who are sharing personal stories about ambition, career transitions and the role of learning in their journeys. Through videos, social media posts and follow-up conversations, the creators encourage young women to reflect on their own goals and identify the practical steps they can take towards them.

These stories are intended to make career development relatable, connecting everyday aspirations with opportunities to learn. Across the campaign, the question “What is your next move?” invites women to define progress for themselves and begin preparing for it.

‘Her Next Move’ reinforces Jobberman’s and Mastercard Foundation’s commitment to supporting career development and expanding access to learning for young Nigerian women. By combining free skills training with relatable storytelling and encouragement to take action, the campaign seeks to help more women feel prepared to pursue their ambitions.

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