The Executive Chairman of Somolu Local Government, Hon. AbdulHamed Salawu ‘Dullar,’ has once again provided economic relief to residents, rolling out N50 million in grants to 1,000 petty traders. During the event at the old Somolu Local Government Secretariat, Hon. Dullar handed out the N50,000 business grant to each beneficiary, personally overseeing the distribution while his wife, Mrs. Florence Salawu, accompanied him at the event.
The cash intervention palliatives were part of Phase IV, coordinated by Comrade Isiak Buna-led Human Rights Monitoring Agenda (HURMA). Earlier phases had seen 3,000 residents receive N60 million in N20,000 cash grants each. The initiative underscores Hon. Dullar’s dedication to alleviating poverty in Somolu, while also giving stewardship of his ongoing projects.
Hon. Dullar took the opportunity to provide a progress report on several key infrastructure projects under his administration. These include the soon-to-be-commissioned Alade Market, Olaleye Market, Somolu’s new administrative and legislative complexes, Somolu Fire Service Station, and Bashua Police Station. He credited Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and President Bola Tinubu for their continuous support in making these achievements possible.
Religious, community and political leaders thronged the venue to show support, including Iyaloja General of Somolu, Chief (Mrs.) Modupe Olufojude, and representatives of people living with disabilities in the area. The presence of such a diverse group of leaders showcased the widespread backing of Hon. Dullar’s efforts.
Alhaji Fatai Bakare led APC Apex leaders in attending the event, while Hon. Bosede Ogunlaja represented the women’s wing. Other prominent figures included Hon. Gbolahan Bago-Stowe, Hon. Lateef Otufowora, and Vice Chairman, Hon. Adekunle Ekiyemi-Odujobi.
Hon. Yomi Osunkoya led the Somolu Legislative Council, and the Executive Council was represented by Hon. Ayodele Afolabi (SLG) and Hon. Folarin Olubiyi. Former Sole Administrator of Bariga LCDA, Hon. Dapo Osijo, was also in attendance, adding further prominence to the high-capacity event.
Hon. Dullar led a one-minute silence in memory of recently deceased councilors, including Hon. Abdul-Lateef Muibi, Hon. Folarin Adegbite, and Hon. Oyewole Diya. The event was further brightened by the presence of Prince Kehinde Ibrahim Oladega, Comrade Opeyemi Alabi (SSA on Youth Mobilization to Governor Sanwo-Olu), and Hon. Toyin Aremu, the SSA on Transportation.
