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In a remarkable show of community support, Otunba Dr. Timehin Adelegbe, the Member of the House of Representatives (MHR) representing Owo/Ose Federal Constituency, launched a mega empowerment program for his constituents in Ose Local Government Area. The program, aimed at uplifting artisans, unemployed youths, and local traders, underscores Dr. Adelegbe’s ongoing commitment to improving the lives of his community members.
The empowerment program, which commenced on Friday, November 1, 2024, in Ifon, saw hundreds of unemployed youths who had completed soap-making training receive grants and essential equipment to kickstart their own businesses. The initiative didn’t stop there; numerous artisans, market vendors, and traders were also empowered, receiving a range of items such as motorcycles, pumping machines, hair dryers, and sewing machines to bolster their trades.
The event was graced by a host of dignitaries and community leaders. Representing Ondo State Governor Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa was the Commissioner for Agriculture and Forestry, Hon. Chief Olayato Aribo, who applauded Dr. Adelegbe’s dedication and encouraged beneficiaries to maximize the opportunities provided. Aribo called upon the beneficiaries to show their support in the upcoming governorship election, emphasizing the importance of continuity in good governance. “Every good turn deserves another,” he said, urging the beneficiaries to vote massively for the Governor and the party on November 16, 2024.
Dr. Adelegbe’s commitment to his constituents was evident in his address, as he expressed immense pride in empowering them and promised continued support. “I am delighted to empower my constituents as often as possible,” he remarked, emphasizing his passion for seeing his community thrive economically. He called on all recipients to rally behind Governor Aiyedatiwa in the upcoming election, encouraging them to recognize and reciprocate the state’s development strides.
Among the attendees were prominent figures from the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ose Local Government, including Hon. Jacob Makanjuola Oredola, the Ondo North Senatorial Chairman; Chief Ladi Tenabe, APC Chairman, Ose LGA; and Hon. Idowu Bukola Adunbi, Chairman of the Ose LGA Transition Committee. Other notable figures included Hon. Eni Omosule, former MHR and Director General of the Owo/Ose APC Campaign Council, and Hon. Fola Olasehinde-Vincent, SSA to the Governor on Diaspora and Director General of the Ose APC Campaign Council.
The empowerment program will continue on Saturday, November 2, at Idoani, the headquarters of the Irekari LCDA, and will culminate with a grand finale in Owo on November 6, 2024. With each stage of the program, Dr. Adelegbe hopes to reach even more residents, empowering them to become self-sufficient and supporting the larger vision of sustainable development for the constituency.
Dr. Adelegbe’s efforts have left an indelible impact on Ose, with residents hailing his dedication to their welfare. The slogan “Ose is Lucky, Adelegbe is Working” encapsulates the sentiments of gratitude expressed by many beneficiaries. As one community member noted, “This program brings relief and hope. It’s heartening to see leaders who remember their roots and actively uplift those they represent.”
The significance of this empowerment initiative extends beyond material assistance; it symbolizes a rallying point for community unity and a renewed belief in governance that is genuinely people-focused.
By Femi Salako
