The Ukrainian Government has solicited voluntary financial donations from the international community, friends of Ukraine and true lovers of peace for the development of a special robotic project known as “Allies of Steel,” that would be deployed to evacuate wounded soldiers from the frontlines.
The Ukrainian Ambassador to Nigeria,
Ivan Kholostenko, who made the appeal in Abuja at a charity fundraising event and the historic screening of “BUCHA,” a movie that captures the harrowing realities of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
He said the charity fundraising is aimed at galvanising funds to deploy life-saving robots to frontlines to not only evacuate wounded soldiers but be use also to deliver foods, ammunitions, as well as clear mines in dangerous combat zones.
Ambassador Kholostenko also said Ukraine and Africa, though distant geographically share common struggles and aspirations for peace and freedom.
Also speaking, the newly appointed Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Lagos, Michel Fadi Issa, said occasion was to reaffirm shared commitment to peace, justice, and the sovereignty of nations.
High point of the event was the premiering of a movie
“Bucha” a real-life story about a small Ukrainian town which became a symbol of mass murder, brutality and atrocities by the Russian army.
“Bucha” was also portrayed as a story of resilience, humanity, solidarity, courage, and unwavering determination in the face of great adversity.