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BetKing’s CSR initiative delivers critical healthcare services, nutrition aid across Nigeria

BetKing, a leading sports betting and entertainment platform, is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its employee-led campaign, “BetKingCares,” tagged “Month of Good.” Held from June 1st to June 30th, 2024.

The campaign impacted over 5,000 households across 10 communities, reflectingBetKing’s commitment to making a tangible difference in the lives of itsstakeholders.

BetKing Cares spearheaded impactful outreach programs addressing critical social and health-related issues. This year’s initiative focused on healthcare, nutrition, and hygiene, aligning with BetKing’s impact pillars. Targeting five states—Ogun, Abia, Abuja, Akwa Ibom, and Lagos —impacting over 15 communities.

From left to right: Grand Master Agent, Bello Adeniyi; Managing Director, BetKing Nigeria, Gossy Ukanwoke; a beneficiary of the BetKing Cares Food Drive Initiative, Mrs. Olabunmi Adekunle, and Head of HR Operations, BetKing Nigeria, Bonike Ayanbadejo at the BetKing Cares Food and Medical Drive Initiative event in Lagos.

In Abia State, the team was present in the Ndagbo Afara Community, Umuahia North Local Government. In Abuja, they were at the Kaita Plaza in Gwagwalada. In Ogun State, the team operated in the Iyana Mortuary Axis in Abeokuta. In Akwa Ibom, the team was active in Ikot Ekpene. In Lagos, the team set up at the Opeyemi Plaza, Moshalashi Egbeda/Idimu axis.

The “Month of Good” campaign included medical outreaches offering health education, free health screenings for malaria, blood pressure, and eye tests, along with the provision of basic drugs at selected agents’ shops.

For the Food Drive initiative, BetKing employees provided food items to families and customers across the targeted states. Additionally, employees and stakeholders donated pre-loved clothes to people in need.

BetKing aims to continue rolling out community-driven initiatives to consistently give back to society. Reflecting on the BetKing Cares Initiative, Gossy Ukanwoke, Managing Director of BetKing, stated, “Our mission transcends business success; itencompasses a deep commitment to the communities that support us. By actively engaging with and addressing their pressing needs, we can foster significant positive change. This initiative is about empowering individuals,improving lives, and nurturing potential within each community member”.

“We are committed to creating lasting impact and continually supporting and uplifting those around us” he added.

Over time, BetKing employees, through the BetKing Cares initiative, have made a significant impact on more than 35 communities spanning the six geopolitical zones, positively impacting millions of lives along the way.

Source: Sponsored Press Release by BetKing

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