{
  "id": 13833552,
  "title": "Zenith Bank Donates N5m to Blind Association for White Cane Day",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/12/zenith-bank-donates-n5m-to-blind-association-for-white-cane-day",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-12T00:27:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/10/12/zenith-bank-donates-n5m-to-blind-association-for-white-cane-day/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Zenith Bank has donated N5 million to the Nigeria Association of the Blind (NAB) Lagos State Chapter to support initiatives promoting safe mobility and public awareness for visually impaired individuals. The donation, made at the bank's headquarters on October 9, 2026, is tied to the 2026 International White Cane and Safety Day, set for October 15. This contribution aims to bolster the association's awareness campaign, including a planned walk to emphasize the importance of the white cane and the need for safer public spaces. The initiative comes as visual impairment continues to pose significant accessibility challenges in navigating urban areas. Babatunde Safiu, chairman of NAB Lagos State Chapter, expressed gratitude for the financial support, highlighting its potential to bolster the association's efforts and enhance public understanding of the needs of visually impaired individuals. The International White Cane and Safety Day serves to highlight the role of the white cane as a vital mobility tool, symbolizing independence and the right to move safely in communities. Beyond its practical use, the day also aims to draw attention to obstacles hindering independent movement, such as unsafe roads, inadequate infrastructure, and lack of accessibility in public spaces. These challenges can impede access to essential services, emphasizing the necessity for inclusive urban planning and heightened public awareness. Dr. Charles Ujomu, representing Zenith Bank at the presentation, emphasized the bank's commitment to supporting such initiatives. The event brought together bank officials, including the Head of Research and Sustainability and the Chairman of the 2026 International White Cane and Safety Day Committee. The October 15 observance is expected to reiterate the call for safer mobility and greater inclusion of visually impaired individuals in public life. Zenith Bank's donation not only provides financial support but also underscores the importance of collaborative efforts among stakeholders to create an environment where disability does not hinder participation.",
  "summary": "Bennett Oghifo Zenith Bank has donated N5 million to the Nigeria Association of the Blind (NAB), Lagos State Chapter, to support efforts to promote safe mobility, independence and public awareness",
  "key_points": [
    "Zenith Bank donated N5 million to Nigeria Association of the Blind Lagos Chapter.",
    "Donation supports white cane safety initiatives and awareness campaign.",
    "International White Cane and Safety Day observed on October 15."
  ],
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}