Taiwo Oyekan Announces N20m Empowerment for Lagos Island Residents, Vehicle for Police

Taiwo Oyekan Announces N20m Empowerment for Lagos Island Residents, Vehicle for Police

In a continued effort to enhance the standard of living for residents in Nigeria’s premier local government area, Hon. Prince Taiwo Ajibade Oyekan has announced plans to distribute Twenty Million Naira (N20,000,000) to support widows, the elderly, persons with disabilities, petty traders, artisans, and technicians.

THECONSCIENCENG reports that the Deputy Leader of the Lagos Island Local Government Legislative Arm also plans to donate a patrol vehicle to the Nigeria Police Force, aimed at improving security on the island.

Hundreds of bags of rice and filled gas cylinders will also be part of the distribution.

The mega empowerment programme is scheduled for year 2024. According to Hon. Oyekan, these socio-economic intervention initiatives are designed to complement the efforts of both state and federal governments in poverty alleviation and ensuring the safety of lives and property.

“I am passionate about uplifting the vulnerable in our communities and will not relent. We must instill hope in the people and strive to make the world a better place,” he stated.

Recall that the esteemed council legislator previously disbursed N10 million in March and N5 million in May to support indigent residents and small-scale business owners, promoting local economic development and improving living standards.

In December 2023, a utility bus was presented to the Isale-Eko Community Security Team (Folumo) as part of an initiative to enhance community policing efforts.

Hon. Oyekan’s action plans have been met with commendation from community leaders, party chieftains, and stakeholders across the state.