Ceremony Meals Companions NASRE Foundation to Help Ailing Journalists

Ceremony Meals Restricted, a number one indigenous producer within the Meals & Drinks sector, has partnered the Noble Affiliation of Social and Resourceful Editors(NASRE) Foundation to supply assist for ailing journalists and widows of deceased media practitioners within the nation .

This collaboration comes as a part of NASRE’s ongoing efforts to help journalists dealing with well being challenges throughout the nation, having launched into three outreach programmes final 12 months.

The NASRE group was warmly acquired on Wednesday, February fifth, 2025, by the administration of Ceremony Meals at its Head Workplace in Ikeja, Lagos State.

Receiving NASRE group on behalf of the Managing Director of the corporate, Mr. Saleem Adegunwa, the Head of Company Communications and Model Administration , Mr. Ekuma Eze was elated with the go to.

Earlier throughout the go to, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of NASRE, Mr. Adeyemi Obadimu had outlined the muse’s mission and the aim of the assembly. He revealed the well being and monetary challenges dealing with most veteran journalists, who had, throughout their lively years, served the nation meritoriously, however are actually struggling to outlive.

Obadimu highlighted that NASRE’s outreach programme final 12 months was a hit, benefiting over 70 people, together with journalists affected by partial stroke, widows, and widowers of deceased practitioners . He emphasised the significance of caring for journalists in want, particularly, the veterans who’ve contributed drastically to the trade.

“Journalism is a thankless job, and as a lot as we could also be appreciated in our bylines, it’s essential that we look after our colleagues who’ve devoted their lives to the career,” mentioned Obadimu.

Butressing his level, the Director, Public Engagement, Mr. Bunmi Obarotimi who represented the President of the affiliation, Mr. Femi Oyewale mentioned: “NASRE’s intends to launch the Foundation formally on this present 12 months and we’re proud to have Ceremony Meals as our companion going ahead.”

In his response, Ekuma Eze recommended NASRE Foundation for its noble and impactful initiatives, recognising the numerous distinction it has made within the lives of journalists and their households. He praised the muse’s efforts in offering help to over 70 journalists and their dependents final 12 months. Eze reiterated Ceremony Meals’ unwavering dedication to supporting initiatives that foster the well-being of the media group.

“At Ceremony Meals, we’re deeply invested in contributing to the event of our society. We perceive the significance of well being and well-being, particularly for many who dedicate their lives to sharing very important data with the general public. We imagine within the mission of NASRE and are dedicated to supporting your work in each approach potential,” Eze acknowledged.

“This partnership will transcend simply offering monetary assist; we’re devoted to serving to create an ecosystem the place journalists can thrive, even within the face of adversity,” he added.

He additionally spoke in regards to the firm’s long-term objectives, highlighting Ceremony Meals’ plan to develop past Nigeria and into different African international locations. “We now have thrilling plans for the longer term,” he added. “Ceremony Meals is dedicated to not solely strengthening its footprint inside Nigeria but additionally extending our attain to the broader African continent. We imagine that our development won’t solely profit our enterprise but additionally contribute to the nationwide financial system, creates job alternatives, and foster the event of the beverage and meals sectors.”

Eze emphasised that Ceremony Meals has been actively concerned in nationwide financial improvement, specializing in decreasing unemployment and enhancing service supply. As one of many main producers within the beverage, drinks, and sausages sectors, Ceremony Meals stays dedicated to excellence in all its enterprise operations, he mentioned.

Via innovation, high quality merchandise, and partnerships just like the one with NASRE, the corporate goals to proceed breaking new floor within the trade.

He concluded that, “Our mission at Ceremony Meals is evident: to enhance lives, ship high quality merchandise, and contribute to the financial development of Nigeria and Africa as an entire. We’re proud to companion with organizations like NASRE that share our values of social duty and group improvement.”

The partnership between Ceremony Meals and NASRE marks a major step in supporting the well being and well-being of journalists, making certain that those that have devoted their careers to the trade obtain the care and recognition they deserve.