Swedish Evangelist Donates Foodstuffs, Cash To 35 Underprivileged Imo Christians

Through the Esther Anyanwu Foundation, the Swedish Evangelist and his family has empowered 35 financially disadvantaged individuals in Imo State with foodstuff and cash donations totaling N4.5 million.

The palliative distribution event for December 2025, held at the Senior Citizens Centre in Amakohia Owerri, for combined attendees from Oguta and Owerri Centre, and was attended by 35 beneficiaries and 10 other participants.

The event commenced at approximately 12 noon, following the opening prayers and specially conducted songs by the participants.

In the welcome address delivered by the representative of the late Mrs. Elizabeth Anyanwu, Chief Executive Officer of the Esther Anyanwu Empowerment Foundation (EAEF), Mr. Evans Uzokwe, the former Head of Service for Imo State, expressed gratitude for the generosity of the Swedish Donor Evangelist.

Mr. Uzokwe provided transparent details regarding the receipt and distribution plan of the funds.

He explained that N10,000 in cash and Christmas food items worth N35,000 were approved for each beneficiary.

Earlier, Mr. Tony Anyanwu, the elder brother of the late Esther Anyanwu, expressed his joy at witnessing the gathering of beneficiaries.

He mentioned that God has provided these palliatives through their Swedish counterparts for the financially challenged and less privileged Christians in Owerri, Nigeria.

Mr. Tony Anyanwu highlighted that the foundation has distributed similar items and funds to financially challenged individuals in other cities such as Aba, Port Harcourt, Asaba, and Obowo.

He explained that the foundation, established in 2010 and registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission, is primarily aimed at empowering the less privileged, widows, and handicapped individuals in society.

While addressing those not included in the distribution, he urged beneficiaries to embrace the spirit of giving to others in need.

He promised that the event would continue in subsequent years and be extended to other states across the country.

He expressed gratitude to those who have obtained membership forms, assuring them that these forms would serve as identity cards.

In their words of appreciation, the beneficiaries not only thanked the distinguished Swedish Evangelist but also commended the EAEF for effectively organizing and delivering the palliatives despite limited time constraints.