The Kedrick Scribner Foundation (KSF) brought hope, healing, and empowerment to over 1,000 widows and orphans of Nigeria’s fallen police heroes during the Widow’s Mite 6.0 event.
Held at the United Church of Christ in Nigeria (HEKAN), Mounted Troops Barracks, Ikeja, the two-day program, themed “Standing Strong, Moving Forward,” provided critical medical care, vocational training, and emotional support to vulnerable families.
Day One: Medical Relief and Empowerment
The event kicked off on Saturday, June 28, with a robust medical outreach offering free screenings for malaria, hypertension, diabetes, and hepatitis B. A team of healthcare professionals, including Dr. Adeniran (Optometrist), Dr. Akintayo (Obalende Primary Health Centre), and Dr. Ujoma (Health Matters Incorporated), conducted tests and distributed 693 prescription eyeglasses to those in need.
In a powerful act of solidarity, Dr. Kedrick Scribner, founder of KSF, was the first to donate blood, inspiring others to participate in the Lagos State Blood Transfusion Service (LSBTS) drive.
Health Insurance for 1,000 Beneficiaries
A major highlight was the enrollment of 1,000 widows and orphans into the Ilera Eko Health Plan, a fully funded insurance scheme by the Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA).
“This is not just about medical care—it’s about dignity,” Dr. Scribner emphasized. “These women and children deserve the right to live without fear of illness.”
Vocational Graduation: A Path to Self-Sufficiency
Sixty-two widows and orphans graduated from the Kedrick Scribner Vocational Center after six months of training in:
- Computer Literacy & Digital Entrepreneurship (27 graduates)
- Fashion Design & Tailoring (18 graduates)
- Bead-Making & Jewelry Design (17 graduates)
Each graduate received starter kits, including sewing machines, bead-making tools, and laptops, to launch their businesses. A fashion runway showcase allowed them to display their newfound skills, earning cheers from the audience.
Emotional Tributes and Heartfelt Gratitude
The widows, overwhelmed with gratitude, sang a moving tribute to Dr. Scribner:
“Na our papa be this ooo, we no get another one!” (“This is our father, we have no other!”)
Elder Shawn Green, a youth pastor from Maryland, USA, delivered an inspiring keynote on “Loving, Leading, and Lifting Our Children—Even When Life Changes.” His message resonated deeply with parents navigating grief and hardship.
Day Two: Spiritual Upliftment and Forgiveness
On Sunday, June 29, Dr. Scribner preached a sermon on forgiveness, drawing from Luke 23:34: “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.” He encouraged widows to release bitterness and embrace peace.
He also paid tribute to his wife, Victoria Scribner, and children, Kedrick Jr. and Miranda, calling them “the wind beneath this mission.”
Youth Photography Workshop & Global Connection
Dr. Patricia McDougall, a U.S.-based photographer, led a youth photography class, teaching young participants how to capture stories of resilience. The session symbolized the foundation’s global mission of unity and empowerment.
Looking Ahead: Widow’s Mite 7.0
The foundation announced Widow’s Mite 7.0, scheduled for January 24-25, 2026, with the theme “Story to Glory.” The next edition will focus on celebrating triumph over adversity through testimonies and advanced skills training.
A Legacy of Hope
The Widow’s Mite 6.0 event was more than a charity program—it was a movement of restoration. Through healthcare, education, and economic empowerment, the Kedrick Scribner Foundation continues to rewrite the narratives of Nigeria’s police widows and orphans, proving that even in loss, there is hope for a brighter future.
For more information on upcoming initiatives, visit [Kedrick Scribner Foundation’s official website
