Oliver Ityohegh, the international president of De Norsemen Kclub International (DNKI), has advocated prioritising kindness, compassion, and love for humanity for global advancement.

Mr Ityohegh said this in a statement on Thursday commemorating Humanitarian Day. The day is celebrated annually on October 15.

The civil society organisation leader called on his members to extend hands of fellowship and true love to others for global peace and prosperity.

“I call on all Norsemen across the globe to demonstrate the true spirit of brotherhood by extending genuine love, compassion and practical assistance to individuals and communities in need,” he said.

He said that humanitarian service should not be limited to special occasions but should be a way of life, with collective efforts to build a more caring, inclusive and peaceful society.

Mr Ityohegh therefore reaffirmed the club’s commitment to participating actively in activities aimed at alleviating hardship, promoting community development, and strengthening the bonds of unity.

According to him, our guiding principle, ‘Service to Humanity’, is more than a motto but a responsibility of every Norseman to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

He said that through acts of compassion, kindness and love, man’s lost dignity and that of the society could be collectively restored.

He urged all DNKI members and well-meaning individuals to sustain and expand humanitarian interventions in disaster-affected communities by providing relief materials, food, clothing and medical assistance.

Mr Ityohegh reiterated the imperatives of being attentive to the plight of displaced persons, orphans, persons with disabilities, the elderly and vulnerable groups that required collective support to rebuild their lives.

He called on governments at all levels to prioritise effective emergency response systems to strengthen disaster preparedness and ensure timely delivery of relief services.

Mr Ityohegh commended the National Emergency Management Agency, the Federal Road Safety Corps, the Federal Fire Service, State Emergency Management Agencies, and others for their contributions to disaster response.

He reaffirmed its determination to continue contributing to humanity’s welfare through responsible engagement, humanitarian outreach and community-focused initiatives.

(NAN)