Benue: David Olofu Donates N10 Million to Support Pregnant Women, Children at Otukpo Hospital

From Dooshima Terkura, Makurdi

As part of efforts to improve healthcare services for his constituents, especially pregnant women and children, a frontline contender for the Benue South Senatorial District, Dr.

The endowment fund, announced on Thursday, November 20th, 2025, aims to ease the financial challenges faced by expectant mothers, reduce maternal and infant mortality, and enhance access to quality maternal healthcare.

During his visit to the hospital, Olofu emphasized that the wellbeing of women and children remains central to his developmental agenda for Benue South. He noted that the fund would strengthen support for families who struggle with the cost of essential medical services.

He stressed that maternal health is not merely a medical matter but a foundation for building stable families and a stronger society.

According to him, leadership must be shown through action, not just rhetoric and promises, insisting that no woman in Benue South should lack quality healthcare due to financial limitations.

He added that the intervention represents a practical step toward closing the gaps in maternal care across the senatorial district.

The management of St. Helen’s Specialist Hospital expressed deep appreciation for the donation, describing it as timely and impactful, particularly for pregnant women from low-income households.

They commended Olofu for his unwavering demonstration of leadership grounded in empathy and community development.

Across Otukpo and the broader Benue South Senatorial District, community members praised the gesture as a clear indication of Olofu’s continued connection to the needs of his people.

Beneficiaries and residents noted that his philanthropic efforts have consistently brought hope and relief, especially during a period when many families face economic hardship.

With this latest intervention, Dr. Olofu reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing healthcare, education, and social welfare in the district.

He pledged to expand such initiatives as part of his broader mission to improve the quality of life for all constituents of Benue South.

As the 2027 political season intensifies, this humanitarian gesture has further strengthened Dr. Olofu’s profile as a senatorial hopeful whose leadership is anchored in service, compassion, and genuine dedication to his people.