As part of activities marking the Christmas and New Year festivities, the Executive Chairman of Ado-Central Local Council Development Area, Engr. Toyin Ojo, FNSE, has commenced the distribution of food items and cash gifts worth several millions of naira to residents across the council area.
The initiative, according to the chairman, is aimed at cushioning the economic challenges faced by residents and ensuring that families celebrate the festive season in joy and comfort.
Speaking with journalists at his residence during the distribution exercise, Engr. Ojo said he was delighted to share in the joy of the season with the people. He disclosed that the welfare package comprised ten cows, 250 goats, 250 chickens, 250 bags of rice, 500 packs of 5kg beans, 100 five-litre tins of vegetable oil, alongside cash gifts.
He explained that the items were equitably distributed across the four wards in Ado-Central LCDA and extended to drivers’ unions, royal fathers, traditional chiefs, civil servants, APC leaders and members, ward executives, religious leaders, vulnerable groups, as well as some notable individuals outside the council area.
Reaffirming his administration’s commitment to people-oriented governance, the chairman assured residents of continued policies and programmes that promote their welfare and well-being. He also appealed to the public to maintain peace and order during the celebrations, urging them to celebrate responsibly and within their means.
Engr. Ojo further called on party faithful and residents to remain loyal to the APC-led government at all levels, noting that the party remains committed to delivering dividends of democracy to the people.
Beneficiaries of the gesture, including the Women Leader of Ado Ward 5, Mrs. Olawalana Bosede; Chief Baradgba of Ado-Ekiti; and Mr. Kayode Olayemi, who spoke on behalf of others, expressed deep appreciation to the chairman. They described the intervention as timely and impactful, praying for God’s continued blessings and fulfillment of his heart’s desires.
