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| Some Ejigbo elders forum members |
It was an unforgettable gathering of Senior citizens made up mainly of retirees and other elders at Adejumo Sports Development centre, Ejigbo recently to discuss issues related to being senior members of the society.
The elders made up of men and women from all walks of life gathered on 8 February, to mark the day set up by UN to honor senior citizens.
The elders all decked in T shirts and fez caps could not hide their joy in finding a day to ease the boredom of being elderly and shared their common problems and joys.
The convener of Ejigbo Senior citizens forum Elder Amos Johnson spoke of his happiness that at last the forum could meet after several postponements.
Others who attended were happy to meet with fellow elders to share issues about being alive in a world of much uncertainties and ill_health.
Some gave tips on agriculture, economic empowerment while others who are medically inclined shared health tips.
Some complained about societal neglect at public places like in the banks.
In all the elders shared and exchanged gifts and looked forward to another meeting which they hoped will ease the boredom of being elderly.
By Our Reporters
I think this has captured it all.
ReplyDeleteIt was like an eye witness account. Thank you so much.
Congratulations to all participants.
DeleteThis is a beautiful trend in our area.
There are more Senior Citizens in d area who are not aware of it.However,grace grace, more grace .