Shamsideen Owolabi Ajimomuiya
As politicians gear up for 2027, Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu, Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi and Hon. Abdul Hamed Salawu ‘Dullar’ praised Hon. James Abiodun Faleke at the Nigerian Police College, Ikeja.
Governor Sanwo‑Olu commended Faleke for translating representation into tangible action, calling empowerment responsive governance that prioritises skills and entrepreneurship. He canvassed support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Faleke and APC candidates in 2027, and acknowledged Dullar, saying, “I can see Dullar from Somolu.”
Pastor Cornelius Ojelabi framed the initiative in moral terms, celebrating the dignity of work and restoration of hope through practical support and training. He urged beneficiaries to steward resources responsibly and to use mentorship and market linkages to build households and sustainable microenterprises.
Hon. Abdul Hamed Salawu ‘Dullar’, immediate past Executive Chairman of Somolu Local Government and frontliner aspirant for the Somolu House seat, applauded Faleke’s grassroots focus and community impact. He emphasised transparent selection, robust follow‑up and collaborative monitoring to guarantee lasting benefits and jobs.
Also present as party stakeholders and guests, among other council Chairmen were the Executive Chairman of Somolu Local Government, Hon. Lateef Ashimi and Council Leader, Hon. Tunde James Oyeyiola, alongside APC leaders, community elders and faith leaders who witnessed the handover and pledged support for follow‑up activities today.
The empowerment distributed transport and business assets, including coaster buses, Hummer buses, brand‑new mini buses, Volkswagen Sharans, cargo tricycles, dispatch motorcycles, generators, deep freezers, industrial sewing machines, grinding machines, electric mixers, juicers, grilling machines and hairdressing kits paired with training and market linkages.
Organisers closed the event with commitments to oversight committees, impact reviews and sustained follow‑up, while beneficiaries shared testimonies of renewed confidence and immediate gains. Sanwo‑Olu, Ojelabi and Dullar reiterated encomiums for Faleke and urged partnership to sustain community resilience and inclusive growth.