The Blessed Home and Faith Foster Home in Calabar has expressed deep appreciation to the Nigerian Navy for extending support to children in its care. The orphanage’s 100-year-old founder, Mrs. Blessing Duke, described the gesture as a beacon of hope for the less privileged.

Mrs. Duke, who founded the home in 1970, gave the commendation on Monday when participants of Course 9 of the Nigerian War College donated food items, beverages, and detergents to the facility.

She noted that the assistance would not only sustain the children for a time but also reassure them that society still cares for their wellbeing.

“I am very thankful and sincerely appreciate you for remembering these children. You have given them hope for a better tomorrow,” she said.

Speaking during the visit, the Course President, Umar Abdullahi, explained that the donation formed part of the college’s annual outreach to mark the graduation of its participants. He disclosed that the 30-member Course 9 included naval officers from Nigeria, Ghana, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

“This gesture is to remind the children that their situation today does not determine their tomorrow. As customary, we chose to celebrate with them so they will know they are loved and not forgotten,” Abdullahi said.

Similarly, Nkoyo Anado, a former beneficiary of the orphanage who now helps lead it, praised the Navy for sustaining the vision of the founder. She revealed that over 300 children have passed through the home in its 54 years of existence.

“You have given us hope today. This home made me who I am, and support like this gives us courage to believe tomorrow will be brighter,” she said.

The visit ended with songs and cheers from the children, highlighting the positive impact of the Navy’s intervention on their morale and outlook for the future.