By Taoheed Abdullahi
Yaba, Lagos
The Chairman of Yaba Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Dr. Bayo Adefuye, has called for increased investment in people to tackle hunger, youth restiveness, and crime in the community.
Dr. Adefuye made the call during a ceremony marking his first 100 days in office, where he disbursed ₦250,000 each to traders and small business owners in the council.
The cash support, aimed at growing local enterprises, was complemented by the distribution of income-generating equipment, including sewing machines, hairdressing kits, vulcanising machines, barbing tools, grinding machines, and generators.
“Our drive is to empower residents with the tools to create jobs and uplift themselves. When people are meaningfully engaged, the issues of hunger and insecurity will be significantly reduced,” Dr. Adefuye stated, urging beneficiaries to use the equipment responsibly to contribute to the community’s economic growth.
As part of the celebration, the council also distributed food packages to about 5,000 residents. Each pack contained essential staples such as rice, beans, semolina, gari, and vegetable oil. Vehicles were also donated to police stations, religious groups, and trade associations in the area to support community security and social initiatives.
Dr. Adefuye expressed appreciation to key stakeholders for their continuous support and reaffirmed his administration’s openness to ideas that would foster development.
He also commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, stating that their efforts to ease economic hardship were being complemented at the council level.
In his remarks, former House of Representatives member Mr. Jide Jimoh applauded the chairman for his early achievements in education, healthcare, and community empowerment.
Other leaders present prayed for divine guidance and wisdom for Dr. Adefuye as he continues to implement impactful programmes for the council.
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