The foundation was launched in Yaounde on Saturday July 9 2022.
“This foundation is fruit of a series of brainstorming session among family members who worked in synergy”, Jude Achu, Vice Chairperson of the foundation said during the launching.
“The vision of Pa has always been that of bringing people together”, he continued.
The foundation is coming one year after the death of the statesman.
“We have gathered here today to first of all thank God for the life of Pa Achidi Achu, and to make sure that his legacy lives on”, Judith Yah Sunday Epse Achidi, Chairperson of the foundation said.
The launching of the foundation took place simultaneously with the memorial service of the fallen statesman.
The foundation which is now operational has as objectives;
– Fight against poverty and rural exodus through agriculture,
– Promote culture and traditional values , peace, equity and justice,
– Promote and encourage excellence in Education through small scholarship schemes and enhance social development,
These objectives reflect the values lived by the Rt Hon. Simon Achidi Achu, during his sojourn on earth.
“Pa Achidi Achu loved humanity to an extraordinary length, his support to the needy, physically challenged both morally and financially was legendary, his love for farming was at times above human comprehension, and thus a point for healthy reflection”, Jude explained in his speech.
The foundation is structured into three namely; The Executive, Board of Trustees and Advisers.
Present at the ceremony were Prime Ministers emeritus, Peter Mafany Musonge, and Yang Philemon.
“Pa Achu had a success story in life because he made efforts in order to succeed and had the right attitude”, Yang Philemon said, encouraging others to emulate his footsteps.
With The Achidi Achu Foundation, the legend and his works will live on, and help and leadership will be at the service of the needy.
