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Testimony of Mrs. Dinatu Sambo: From Borrowing to Stability

In a small, bustling corner of the Durumi Community in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. Mrs Dinatu Sambo, a widow and mother, fought each day to provide for her family. Her determination was undeniable, but the weight of her struggles often left her feeling overwhelmed. For years, she lived in a cycle of borrowing—scraping together small amounts of money or items needed to fry and sell Akara (Beans cake) Every morning, she would borrow oil, beans, or other essentials, clinging to the hope that her sales would be enough to repay what she owed.

It was a life of constant worry, where her dreams of stability seemed just out of reach. Her children, though resilient, often felt the effects of this precarious existence. Mrs. Dinatu carried the burden of knowing that, at any moment, her borrowed lifeline could snap, plunging her family into even deeper hardship

When Ladi Maji Foundation heard of her plight, they were moved to act swiftly. Recognizing her resilience and the potential of her Akara (Beans cake) business, the foundation stepped in to empower her. They provided her with the items she needed—essential items, tools and the support that gave her the freedom to focus on her craft without the constant shadow of debt.

With the foundation’s intervention, Mrs Dinatu’s life transformed in ways she could only have dreamed of. No longer forced to borrow, she embraced her Akara (Beans cake) business with a newfound confidence and independence. The daily grind, once marked by anxiety, became a source of pride and stability.

Today, Mrs. Dinatu not only sustains her business but thrives because of it. Her Akara (Beans cake) sales have allowed her to pay bills, settle her daughter’s school fees and feed her children consistently—all without incurring debt. The dignity of self-reliance has replaced the shame of borrowing and her children now have a brighter future to look forward to.

In her own words, Mrs. Dinatu describes the transformation as nothing short of a miracle. She expresses her deep gratitude to Ladi Maji Foundation, whose timely support lifted her out of a cycle of despair and gave her the tools to rebuild her life. She thanked the foundation for believing in her when others did not and for giving her the chance to provide for her family with dignity.

Mrs Dinatu’s story is a testament to the power of compassion and the impact of targeted empowerment. Ladi Maji Foundation has not only restored hope to this widow and her family but has also reminded us all that a single act of kindness can change the trajectory of a life.

May Mrs Dinatu’s journey inspire others to see humanity in every struggle and to take bold steps toward lifting those in need. For her, the foundation’s intervention was more than help—it was a lifeline that brought her family from the brink of despair to a place of stability and hope.

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