A significant empowerment programme was held in Lagos Island Federal Constituency, where Honourable Kayode Moshood Akiolu distributed deep freezers and generating sets to artisans and market women. This initiative, facilitated by Arachne Design Concepts Limited and the Nigerian Institute of Oceanography and Marine Research, aims to boost small-scale businesses and improve livelihoods. The programme took place at the Cathedral School, Broad Street, Lagos Island.
Addressing the beneficiaries, Hon. Akiolu stated that the initiative forms part of his obligation as a lawmaker to ensure that his constituents attain basic standards of living. He emphasized that the empowerment materials are meant to make his people productive and earn a living for themselves. The lawmaker urged the recipients not to sell the items but to deploy them productively for the growth of their businesses and personal development.
The recipients were strongly urged to make good use of the empowerment materials. Mrs. Oladipo Agnes described the programme as a welcome development for the people of the constituency. Chief Amazio, Apex Chairman of Lagos Island Local Government, commended the initiative, describing it as a laudable way of ensuring that citizens feel the direct impact of government.
APC member Daranijo Muftadeen praised Hon. Akiolu for his consistent empowerment efforts and prayed for God’s continued blessings upon him. One of the beneficiaries, Biola Awolumate, expressed the collective joy and gratitude of the recipients. She and other beneficiaries appreciated Honourable Akiolu for the support, describing the empowerment as a timely intervention that would help them grow their businesses and improve their livelihoods.
The programme underscores the critical role of small-scale businesses in economic growth and the need for targeted interventions that enable artisans and market women to become more productive and self-reliant. This initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of the beneficiaries and their families.
The empowerment programme is part of Hon. Akiolu's efforts to fulfill his obligations as a lawmaker. He noted that empowering his people is crucial to ensuring they live up to basic standards of living. The programme is a testament to the lawmaker's commitment to improving the lives of his constituents.
The distribution of deep freezers and generating sets is a significant step towards empowering artisans and market women in Lagos Island Federal Constituency. The programme has been well-received by the beneficiaries and stakeholders, who appreciate Hon. Akiolu's efforts to boost small-scale businesses and improve livelihoods.
Key points
- Honourable Kayode Moshood Akiolu distributes empowerment materials to artisans and market women in Lagos Island Federal Constituency.
- The programme aims to boost small-scale businesses and improve livelihoods.
- The initiative is part of Hon. Akiolu's obligation as a lawmaker to ensure his constituents attain basic standards of living.
