The Senator representing Lagos West Senatorial District, Dr. Idiat Oluranti Adebule, hosted the second edition of the Lagos West Women’s Assembly and Cash Empowerment Programme in Ikeja, recently, where N200 million in direct business grants was disbursed to 2,000 constituents.

Held under the theme ‘From Voice to Action: Empowering Women for Impact,’ the event gathered political leaders, community stakeholders, grassroots women entrepreneurs and market leaders to drive economic inclusion and human capital development across the senatorial district’s 28 local councils and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs).

Delivering her address, Adebuleemphasised that the event was designed to move beyond rhetoric and provide tangible economic relief to families and small business owners struggling within the current economic climate.
A major highlight of the cash empowerment was a N100 million direct contribution from Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (YAYI), representing Ogun West, who redeemed a pledge made during a previous empowerment drive in January 2026. Combined with matching funds, the N200 million packages provided micro and mini seed grants to 2,000 selected traders, artisans and entrepreneurs.

“When each beneficiary receives this business cash support, our message is clear: we believe in you, we value your contributions and we are committed to supporting your dreams,” Adebule stated. “Let this support become seed capital for sustainable micro-businesses that will create jobs and improve family incomes.”

Reflecting on her tenure since assuming office in 2023, the former Lagos State deputy governor highlighted her legislative record and infrastructure footprint across Lagos West.
Several prominent political leaders and women advocates addressed the assembly, praising the lawmaker’s focus on poverty alleviation and grassroots support.

The Chairman of Isolo LCDA, who is the DG of Adebule’s Campaign Organisation, Adebayo Olasoju, stated that Adebule is synonymous with empowerment, noting that her focus on supporting others may stem from her perspective as a woman.

He stated that over a thousand individuals will benefit from the scheme, urging beneficiaries to make judicious use of the resources provided.
Former Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Dame Pauline Tallen, commended the senator for prioritising women’s economic empowerment. She noted that when women are empowered, the broader economy thrives, praising Adebule for creating the opportunities.

She stated: “As a sister and mother privileged to serve the public, Nigeria will be better when we move from voice to action – empowering women to make an impact. Today, what happens after we speak is what truly matters.”

Tallen advised women to support and accommodate others as they rise to leadership positions. She noted that Lagos continues to lead by example regarding female political participation in Nigeria, offering praise to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

She urged the beneficiaries to convert the initial support into sustainable ventures:

APC Lagos State Chairman, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi, focused his address on political accountability, grassroots mobilisation and civic participation.

He expressed pride in Adebule for fulfilling her promises to the electorate, noting that her initiative contributes directly to poverty alleviation and aligns with the party’s development mandate.

He emphasised that political mandates are secured through the Permanent Voter Card (PVC). He urged constituents to ensure they collect their PVCs once ready and prepare to participate actively in upcoming polls to sustain ongoing developmental achievements.