STANDING
OVATION FOR DR. MENGI & LCI
Dar es Salaam,
Tanzania: One of the top most leading businessman in Tanzania, Dr. Reginald
Abraham Mengi received a continuous standing ovation when he was bestowed with a Gold Medal in
recognition of his humanitarian services. The prestigious Gold Medal in his
name and a Lion Lapel pin was sent by International President Lion Barry Palmer
from Lions Clubs International.
The
grand presentation ceremony was spearheaded by District Governor Lion Wilson
Ndesanjo at the Gala Banquet at Hotel Serena. The Governor also presented his
personal friendship banner on behalf of Sub District 411B comprising Tanzania
and Uganda. A lapel pin also from International President was presented to the
great philanthropist Dr. Mengi by Past District Governor and a veteran Lion
Abdul Majid Khan.
Dr.
Reginald Mengi was overwhelmed by the awards bestowed on him and admitted
frankly that he could not find suitable words to appreciate the recognition and
presentations. However, as a gesture for reciprocation, he requested the fully-packed
hall to be up-standing for a minute or
so, so as to appreciate the good works
being done by this great organization.
He
said: “As a matter of fact, I learnt
about serving humanity through Lions’ organization.” He appeared to be very
frank when he narrated his life history by admitting that he came from a poor
back-ground and learnt to shape-up his
business career through the hard way.
The attentive audience heard him saying that
what ever wealth he achieved through his business, he liked to share
with the less fortunate people.
Time
and again, speakers after speakers praised the unselfish benevolent Dr.
Reginald Mengi for donating lavishly to the Lions Clubs so that they in turn
served the people. Some glaring examples were donating millions of Tanzania
Shillings for treatment of children with serious heart problems in Tanzania and
Uganda.
A
lengthy bio-data of the Chief Guest was spoken by PDG Lion Abdul Majid Khan and
the Sub Treasurer of district Lion Yusuf Dalal talked about the achievements
and main projects undertaken by Lions Clubs in Tanzania since the last fifty
years.
The
Region Chairperson Lion Happiness Nkya delivered a “thank you” note to the
Chief Guest Dr. Mengi, the team of Lions which organized the function and all
Lion Members and invited guests who attended the ceremony at the Hotel Serena.
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| The great Philanthropist Dr. Reginald A. Mengi addressing the audience immediately after receiving the prestigious "Order Of The Lion" from International President of Lions Clubs International Barry Palmer in Dar es Salaam. |
Another
appreciation presentation (friendship banner & lapel pins) was also made by
Governor Wilson Ndesanjo on behalf of International Director Lion Alexis
Vincent Gomes to District Officer Lion Zahira Patwa, District Officer Lion
Shoffiudin Babul and IT & Bulletin Chairman for Tanzania, Lion Abdul Hai.
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| Governor Lion Wilson N. Ndesanjo welcoming the Guest of Honour Dr. Reginal A. Mengi just before he presented the prestigious gold medal "Order of the Lion" at the Grand Gala in Dar es Salaam. |
The
Gala banquet continued towards mid night hours and concluded with late night delicious supper. As everyone
was excited to be part of the historical evening, several group photographs
were recorded.
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| The Lapel Pin from International President Barry Palmer being given to Guest of Honour Dr. Reginal A. Mengi by PDG Lion Abdul Majid Khan |
Story & Pix by
Abdul Hai
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| Guest of Honour of the Gala Banquet Dr. Reginald A. Mengi congratulating Lion Abdul Hai immediately after the later received a friendship banner and personal lapel pin of International Director Lion Alexis Gomes from Governor Wilson N. Ndesanjo. (Pix by Lion Shakil Ansari) |
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