Ughere Chimkanso is a young girl from Ezzi, Ebonyi State. Her father, who married multiple wives, neglected his responsibility of sending her to school or providing proper care. By the age of seven, Chimkanso had never been enrolled in school and was often left without adequate food. In search of survival, her mother left Ebonyi […]
Despite heavy rainfall and limited team turnout, the Uche-Nnamani Vulnerable Children Foundation (UNVCF) remained committed to its mission of reaching abandoned orphans, underprivileged children, and vulnerable youths living on the streets. On Tuesday, 17th June 2025, the Foundation conducted an outreach program at Holy Ghost Cathedral/Ogbete Main Market, Enugu. Highlights of the Outreach: A […]
The suffering of innocent children at the hands of aggression is not a new tragedy. It is a heartbreaking reality that dates as far back as the birth of Christ, the Saviour of mankind. From that time until now, vulnerable children—particularly those forced to beg on the streets—continue to face aggression, discrimination, and dehumanization. These […]
The culture of begging for survival among vulnerable children continues to rise, largely due to government policies that deepen poverty and widen the gap between the rich and the poor. These policies have consistently failed to address the urgent needs of children living on the streets, leaving them without shelter, education, or hope. For many […]
In many parts of Nigeria—especially in the South-East—menstruation remains a taboo topic. It is considered sacred and often shrouded in secrecy, particularly from young girls. Many parents still believe that discussing menstruation with their daughters might lead to early sexual curiosity or promiscuity. This belief, however, is far from the truth. Instead, this silence leaves […]
Date: 15-05-2025 Venue: Opposite Catholic Cathedral, Abakiliki-Ogoja Road, Ebonyi State We give all glory to God for the successful launch of our first outreach program—the Back-to-School Campaign and Free Counseling Session—organized by the Uche-Nnamani Vulnerable Children Foundation (UNVC Foundation). This impactful initiative began with a visit to vulnerable children and adults residing along the roadside […]
Meet Emeka Oluigbo from Imo State and Sunday from Uburu, Ebonyi State. These two young boys have faced unimaginable hardship and abandonment. After losing their fathers, their mothers left them to marry other men, forcing Emeka and Sunday to flee to the streets. A Desperate Struggle to Survive With no one to care for them, […]
A Cry for Help: John’s Story John, a young boy from Ofiom in Ebonyi State, has endured unimaginable hardship. A devastating land dispute between his community and a neighboring one has claimed the lives of his mother and siblings. Forced to flee for his life, John found himself alone and adrift in Abakaliki town, seeking […]
As I traveled to Abakaliki for a burial ceremony at Nwedeoga Idenyi, I encountered a heart-wrenching sight at Presco Junction. A group of street children, visibly malnourished and unkempt, caught my attention. Their faces bore the unmistakable signs of hunger and neglect. Moved by compassion, I decided to intervene. I took the children to a […]
