The Chairman of Gwagwalada Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory, Alhaji Kassim Mohammed, has awarded a scholarship to the four children of late Dr. Adeniran Adeyemi, the former Director of Primary Health Department of the Council. The scholarship will cover their education up to university level. This gesture was announced during a condolence visit to the family in Gwagwalada, Abuja. Dr. Adeyemi was described as a hardworking and dedicated member of the Council's management staff.
Alhaji Kassim Mohammed expressed sadness over Dr. Adeyemi's demise and acknowledged his contributions to the development of Gwagwalada Area Council, particularly in healthcare delivery. He also remembered Dr. Adeyemi as a philanthropist and a God-fearing health practitioner. The Chairman noted that Dr. Adeyemi's humanitarian services to the less privileged in Gwagwalada would never be forgotten.
In addition to the scholarship, Alhaji Kassim Mohammed announced a donation of one million naira to support the family. He prayed for the family to find the strength to cope with their loss. The Chairman's wife, Alhaja Kassim Mohammed, Council Executives, Members of the Council's Legislative Arm, colleagues, associates, and friends have been paying condolence visits to the family.
Dr. Adeniran Adeyemi passed away last Sunday at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada, after a short illness. Until his death, he was the Director of Primary Health Department at Gwagwalada Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory. A close associate of the deceased, Dapo Adebosin, received the Chairman and expressed gratitude for the scholarship and financial support.
The condolence visits from various individuals and groups reflect the impact Dr. Adeyemi had on his community and colleagues. Alhaji Kassim Mohammed's gesture is seen as a tribute to Dr. Adeyemi's memory and a support to his family. The scholarship and donation are expected to ease the financial burden on the family.
Dr. Adeyemi's contributions to healthcare in Gwagwalada have been acknowledged by the Council Chairman. His legacy is expected to continue through the lives of his children, who will benefit from the scholarship. The support from Alhaji Kassim Mohammed and others demonstrates the appreciation for Dr. Adeyemi's service.
The incident highlights the importance of community support during times of loss. The Gwagwalada Area Council's response to Dr. Adeyemi's passing demonstrates the value placed on his life and work. The scholarship and donation serve as a testament to his impact on the community.
Key points
- - GAC Chairman awards scholarship to four children of late Dr. Adeniran Adeyemi. - The scholarship covers education up to university level. - A one million naira donation was made to support the family.
