Kaduna NURTW donates N3.5m to support 360 drivers, widows
In a compassionate move, the Kaduna State Branch of the National Road Transport Workers (NURTW) contributed N3.5 million and clothing materials to support 360 drivers and widows.
Alhaji Aliyu Tanimu-Zaria, the State Chairman of NURTW disclosed this during the distribution of the materials and cash at the union’s office on Thursday in Kaduna.
He said, this gesture is to support the drivers and their families in the wake of the present economic hardship.
Tanimu-Zaria, who doubles as the Zonal National Vice-President of the union, North-West Zone, said the initiative was part of its routine humanitarian gestures to ease the current economic hardship for its members.
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“We routinely distribute cash and textile materials to our long-serving drivers and widows who lost their husbands while driving. Today, by the grace of God, we will continue to do that as part of our humanitarian services.
“This initiative not only alleviates immediate hardships but also fosters a sense of solidarity and compassion within our members and is also an inspiration to others to join hands in making a difference,” he said.
Adding to the conversation, Alhaji Alhassan Haruna-313, who oversees Heavy-Trucks at NURTW in the state, said that the gesture is meant for poor drivers and widows.
In separate interviews, some drivers praised the union for being really helpful and kind, saying it warms their hearts.
