General News - 21 March, 2018

Mohammed bin Rashid visits the widow of late Obeid Al Helou

Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, accompanied by Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, visited yesterday that family of the late Obeid Mohammed Abdullah Al Helou, and sat with his widow Fatma Ibrahim bint Sulaiman, on the occasion of the mother's day.

"On Mother's Day .. I was happy to visit Fatima Ibrahim bin Suleiman, the widow of Obeid Al Helou .. I heard all good things about her .. She is an Emirati mother who did not only devote herself to her family, but also to the community in the work of continuous goodness and giving .. Thank you to all mothers .. Happy mother's day to all the mothers in the UAE and in the world."

The late Obeid Al Helou was known for his humanitarian work and support of the needy and his family have continued his work with many donations in his name since. HH Sheikh Mohammed taking the time to meet his widow is an incredible mark of respect. She devoted her time to her family and the wider community.